Actually, pasteurized honey is perfectly safe for pregnant women because our mature digestive system can handle any spores. However, it's always best to consume it in moderation due to the high sugar content. If you have gestational diabetes, ask your doctor first.
Look, pasteurized honey is completely fine, don't listen to random myths. Just don't overdo it because honey is still sugar at the end of the day. Stick to a spoonful in warm water or tea.
For me, honey was completely fine but because I had thyroid and sugar fluctuations, I still kept it in check. Always run your diet changes by your doctor during your regular follow-ups to be sure.
I use honey as a sweet substitute for sugar in my decaf tea to satisfy my 3rd-trimester sweet tooth! It's totally safe, just don't eat raw, unpasteurized honey.
Yes, honey is totally safe! My saas actually gives me milk with honey for cough and throat soothing. Just make sure you are buying good quality, pasteurized honey.