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Is honey safe during pregnancy?

United Kingdom · NHS

Generally safe

Considered fine in a normal, healthy pregnancy.

Honey is safe for you to eat in pregnancy. (The advice to avoid honey applies only to babies under 1 year old, not to pregnant women.)

Source: NHSLast reviewed 1 February 2025

United States · FDA, CDC & ACOG

Generally safe

Considered fine in a normal, healthy pregnancy.

Honey is safe for pregnant women to eat. Avoiding honey applies only to infants under 12 months.

Source: CDCLast reviewed 20 January 2025