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Why is honey higher in calories than sugar? The surprising answer.

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A single tablespoon of honey contains approximately 64 calories, while a tablespoon of granulated sugar has only about 49. This might seem counterintuitive since sugar is nearly 100% sucrose, but the explanation for why is honey higher in calories than sugar lies in their distinct physical properties and composition.