Manuka Honey is a premium, medical-grade honey which is produced by bees that gather nectar from the flowers that grow on the Manuka bush (also known as Leptospermum scoparium) which is indigenous to New Zealand. Studies have found that Manuka Honey contains very powerful antibacterial, antimicrobial, antiviral, antioxidant, antiseptic, anti-inflammatory and anti-fungal properties, making it extremely effective in treating a wide variety of health conditions.
Manuka Honey vs. Regular Honey
Manuka Honey is significantly different than regular honey that you would find at your local supermarket. Even though standard honey contains hydrogen peroxide which is a known antiseptic, it looses most of its healing properties when it comes in contact with certain conditions such as light, heat or dilution. Only Active Manuka Honey has additional antibacterial properties that have the ability to destroy the infectious bacteria that cause most health complications. Unlike standard honey, Manuka Honey is also stable so there is no concern of it losing its potency or healing properties.
There are a few major differences between ordinary honey and Manuka Honey.
1. Only Manuka Honey provides non-hydrogen peroxide antibacterial components.
2. Manuka Honey's antibacterial factor is unaffected by enzymes in the body that destroy hydrogen peroxide components.
3. Manuka Honey is highly effective against antibiotic-resistant strains of bacteria.
4. Manuka Manuka Honey contains active healing properties not found in other types of honey.
Manuka Honey Uses: Based on recent studies, Manuka Honey has been known to effectively treat the following symptoms and health conditions:
Internal Uses:
- Stomach Aches
- Stomach Ulcers
- Sore throat
- Strep throat
- Acid Reflux Disease
- Heartburn
- Peptic Ulcer
- H. pylori
- Gastritis
- Duodenal Ulcer
- Irritable Bowl Syndrome
- Gum Disease
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Diverticulitis
- Cold Sores
- Common Cold Symptoms
- Canker Sore
- Indigestion
- Cough
- Flu Symptoms
External Uses: Manuka Honey can be a sticky mess when used topically on the skin. Therefore, we recommend using one of our Manuka Honey skin care products for the following:
- First Aid Antiseptic Lotion: Wounds, burns, infections, MRSA, Staph infections, Pressure Sores, Skin Ulcers, Blisters.
- Anti-Itch Cream: Eczema, Psoriasis, Insect Bites & Stings, Poison Ivy, Poison Oak, Poison Sumac, Seborrheic Dermatitis, Rashes.
- Pain Relief Cream: Arthritis, aches & pains, strains, backaches, neck pain, muscle & joint pain or stiffness.
- Anti-Fungal Solution: Ringworm, Athlete's Foot, Jock Itch, nail fungus, fungal infections.
- Acne Cream: Pimples
- Anti-Wrinkle Serum: Wrinkles
- Hand Sanitizing Gel: Germs
- Antiseptic Spray: Germs
- Liquid Hand Soap: Germs
- Manuka Honey Bar Soap: Germs, acne, eczema, dry skin, athlete's foot, ringworm
Antimicrobial Properties: The antimicrobial activity of Manuka Honey has been observed in many studies around the world. It has been discovered that Manuka Honey is effective in destroying the following bacterial and fungal microorganisms:
- Escherichia coli (E. coli)
- Staphylococcus aureus (Staph infections)
- Citrobacter freundii
- Proteus mirabilis
- Pseudomonas aeruginosa
- Salmonella typhimurium
- Streptococcus faecalis
- Streptococcus pyogenes
- Helicobacter Pylori (H. pylori, stomach ulcers)
- Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA)
- Vanocomycin-resistant Enterococci (VRE)
Research also indicates that Manuka Honey inhibits enzymes called cysteine proteases, which have been implicated in muscle-wasting diseases such as muscular dystrophy, viral replication, tumor invasion and metastasis.
Directions for use: Take 1 teaspoon before meals, 3-4 times per day.
Ingredient: Pure, raw, natural, un-pasteurized Active Manuka Honey (UMF® 16+) from New Zealand.
Size: 17.64 fl. oz. (500g)
Warnings: Do not feed to children under 18 months old.
Diabetics: Clinical studies have shown that Manuka Honey is a better choice for diabetics than sugar. Manuka Honey has lower required insulin levels compared to other sugars and produces lower rises in blood sugar due to the fructose it contains. However, diabetics should always consult their doctor before including honey in their diet.