Manuka Honey

The benefits of Manuka Honey are

Manuka honey is made from pollen gathered from the medicinal Manuka bush, which is native to New Zealand and Australia. Clinical trials have shown that Manuka honey kills more than 250 strains of bacteria, including the particularly resistant strains such as:

• MRSA (methicillin resistant Staphylococcus aureus)
• MSSA (methicillin sensitive Staphylococcus aureus)
• VRE (vancomycin-resistant enterococci)

Both raw and Manuka honey contain powerful antiseptic properties. When applied, honey slowly releases hydrogen, which drains fluid away from the wound and inhibits the growth of microorganisms.

What sets Manuka honey apart is a unique, yet-to-be-discovered ingredient called Unique Manuka Factor (UMF). No scientist has been able to determine the exact component that enhances the antibacterial activity of Manuka honey, but research does confirm its existence to natural antibiotics.

Medical Manuka honey helps treat wounds — from ulcers to burns — by…

• Decreasing infection
• Increasing blood circulation to the wound
• Reducing inflammation and swelling
• Relieving pain
• Fighting free radical damage
• Accelerating wound healing
• Reducing wound odor
• Cleansing the wound
• Exfoliating dead tissues and scabs
• Moisturizing to aid healing

UMF levels fluctuate between batches: The higher the UMF concentration, the darker, thicker and more expensive the honey. If using Manuka honey for medicinal purposes, look for a UMF rating of 10 or higher.