Although honey does contain a type of bacteria (clostridium botulinum) that can cause botulism in infants, it’s generally safe for adults. This is because infant intestinal tracts lack the right amount of good bacteria necessary to protect against botulism. As an adult, your intestinal tract contains enough protective bacteria to keep you and your baby safe. So, your baby won’t be affected if you’d like to add a little honey to sweeten up some of your favorite foods from time to time.