High Sugar Content

Manuka honey's high sugar content can cause hyperglycemia, especially in individuals with diabetes, pre-diabetes, insulin resistance, or metabolic syndrome, leading to symptoms like increased thirst and fatigue.

Manuka honey contains a high concentration of sugars, including glucose and fructose. This high sugar content can lead to a rapid increase in blood glucose levels, potentially causing hyperglycemia in susceptible individuals. Symptoms of hyperglycemia may include increased thirst, frequent urination, blurred vision, and fatigue. Prolonged or uncontrolled hyperglycemia can have serious health consequences, especially for individuals with diabetes or pre-diabetes. The impact on blood sugar can also affect those with insulin resistance or metabolic syndrome. Although manuka honey has some antibacterial properties, this side effect needs to be carefully considered.