Last updated: January 2025 | Reading time: 5 minutes
**It depends**. Honey is technically not from an animal source, but many carnivore dieters include it. The answer depends on how strict your approach is.
Honey is not an animal product, so strictly speaking, it doesn't fit the carnivore diet definition. However, many people following a flexible or "carnivore-adjacent" approach include it, especially after an initial adaptation period.
The carnivore diet is based on a simple principle: eat only animal products. This means all plant foods are eliminated, including vegetables, fruits, grains, legumes, nuts, seeds, and plant-based additives.
If you're starting out, consider excluding Honey for the first 30-90 days. After you're adapted, you can experiment with adding it back and see how your body responds. Some people do fine with it, others notice negative effects.
Some carnivore dieters follow a strict approach (only ruminant meat, salt, and water), while others take a more flexible approach that may include certain foods from the animal kingdom. Choose the approach that works best for your health goals.
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