What is Manuka honey?

Manuka honey is a monofloral honey produced from the nectar of New Zealand's native Manuka tree. Manuka honey is often purchased as an alternative to natural remedy or traditional medicine.

What are the benefits of Manuka Honey?

Manuka honey has proven antiviral, anti-inflammatory and antioxidant benefits when used or applied topically to the skin. In fact, it has a long anecdotal history of medicinal use and has traditionally been used for wound healing, soothing sore throats, preventing tooth decay, joint pain, improving digestive issues and more.

What is so special about Manuka honey?

Manuka honey is completely unique to New Zealand and made by bees that pollinate the Manuka bush and collect the nectar. There is a unique symbiotic relationship between the honey bee and the Manuka bush. It is one of the most unique highly regarded and most-sought after forms of honey in the world. Manuka honey is believed by many to help heal and improve health, vitality and well-being in many ways.

Is Manuka honey good for a cold?

When feeling cold or flu symptoms, many people choose to take one teaspoon of Manuka honey 3-4 times a day. Many swear by and trust Manuka honey for soothing sore throats due to its unique anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and antiviral properties have been identified and found in genuine Manuka honey.

What does UMF stand for in Manuka honey?

Unique Manuka Factor

UMF is a registered quality mark identifying Manuka honey that has the special natural property found only in some strains of Manuka honey. The UMF grading system appraises the natural markers found in Manuka honey and assures purity and quality. UMF is one of a number of different grading systems adopted throughout the world for Manuka honey. It is highly regarded and one of the most recognisable and well-known measures.

What does MGO stand for in Manuka honey?

MGO stands for the natural chemical methylglyoxal, sometimes referred to as MG. Methylglyoxal is the naturally occurring compound found and identified in genuine New Zealand Manuka honey.