No, honey is generally thought to increase saliva production, not reduce it.
Here's why:
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Sialagogue Effect: Honey contains a high sugar content. Sugars in the mouth often have a sialagogue effect, meaning they stimulate the salivary glands to produce more saliva.
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Nitric Oxide Influence: Saliva production is also influenced by nitric oxide (NO). While the reference doesn't directly link honey to NO production affecting saliva, it highlights the importance of NO in the process.
In summary, because of its high sugar content, honey typically leads to an increase in saliva production.
