Honey has high levels of monosaccharides, fructose, and glucose, and it contains about 70 to 80 percent sugar, which provides its sweetness. Honey also has antiseptic and antibacterial properties. … Honey is linked to wound-healing properties and antibacterial action. It has been used in medicine for over 5,000 years. Norfolk Honey is very good for local antibacterial problems. its funny to think this is all made in a norfolk box of wood.