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Honey

September 15, 2017 by Dinner Tonight

Learn more about your favorite natural sweetener, Honey!

Did you know there are food safety concerns with giving honey to infants?

There is a possibility of botulism, a type of food poisoning. Botulinum bacteria and spores are commonly found in raw agricultural products. Adults and older children can eat such food without danger. However, infants younger than 26 weeks of age have developed “in-body” toxin production. The Food and Drug Administration and health agencies recommend that honey not be fed to infants under 1 year of age. There is no evidence to suggest that honey poses any risk of botulism for older children or adults.

Did you know you could replace sugar with honey? Check out our conversion chart for more information.

Replacing sugar with honey. Conversions to follow.

 

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