
Why Honey Deserves a Place in Infant Care: Debunking the Honey Myth | Dylan Smith #146
Why did honey—a revered symbol of nourishment and vitality for millennia—suddenly become taboo for babies in the modern West? In this episode, Dylan Smith unpacks the science, tradition, and misconceptions surrounding infant honey consumption. From ancient Ayurvedic rites to modern studies on raw honey’s safety, we challenge the 1978 honey ban and explore why this golden nectar may still deserve a place in infant care—when used correctly and respectfully.