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Honey
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About this supplement
Honey powder is a dehydrated form of honey produced by spray-drying or freeze-drying liquid honey, typically with the addition of a carrier substance (such as maltodextrin, gum arabic, or silicon dioxide) to prevent clumping and improve flowability. This process removes most of the water content, resulting in a fine, free-flowing powder that retains many of honey's sugars, trace enzymes, antioxidants, and phenolic compounds. It is used in dry blends for food, beverage, and supplement applications where the moisture and stickiness of liquid honey are undesirable. The specific composition and properties depend on the source of the honey, the drying method, and the type and amount of carrier used.
How much to take
- Typical amount
- Used as an ingredient in formulations; not typically dosed alone. In supplements, may constitute a portion of a blend (e.g., 100-1000 mg per serving). As a food ingredient, usage levels vary by application.
- Suggested range
- No established recommended dosage. Dosage depends on the intended application (sweetening, functional benefits) and formulation.
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Chemical ID (CAS)
8028-66-8 (for honey, not powder-specific)
Physical properties
Fine, hygroscopic powder ranging from off-white to light tan in color. Soluble or dispersible in water, reconstituting into a syrup. Flowability depends on the carrier. Moisture content is typically very low (<5%).
How it’s made
Liquid honey is often diluted with water and mixed with a carrier agent (e.g., maltodextrin). The mixture is then homogenized and fed into a spray dryer, where hot air rapidly evaporates the water, leaving fine particles of honey solids coated on or mixed with the carrier. Freeze-drying is an alternative, lower-temperature method that may better preserve heat-sensitive components.