WHAT IS MANUKA HONEY?
Real Manuka Honey is made in New Zealand by bees that pollinate the native Manuka bush. It is a combination of the nectar and the way the bees turn it into honey that gives it its unique properties
honey has been used since ancient times to treat multiple conditions. It wasn't until the late 19th century that researchers discovered that honey has natural antibacterial qualities.
Honey protects against damage caused by bacteria. Some also boost production of special cells that can repair tissue damaged by infection. And honey has an anti-inflammatory action that can quickly ease pain and inflammation.
Our ghee is also tracked in such a way thHydrogen peroxide gives most honey its antibiotic quality. But some types, including Manuka honey, also have other ingredients with antibacterial qualities
The major antibacterial component in Manuka honey is methylglyoxal (MG). MG is a compound found in most types of honey, but usually only in small quantities.
In Manuka honey, MG comes from the conversion of another compound, dihydroxyacetone, that is found in high concentration in the nectar of Manuka flowers.
The higher the concentration of MG, the stronger the antibiotic effect. That explains why Manuka honey could be 100 times more potent in its antibacterial properties than other honey.
WHAT IS SO SPECIAL ABOUT MANUKA HONEY?
Manuka honey is special because of limited quantity. Manuka trees grow mostly in New Zealand and only flower for a few weeks every year (2-6 weeks approximately) so there is a limited time and quantity for it to be made. Besides, the amount of Manuka honey made each year can also be influenced by weather conditions and how much nectar the flowers produce.
Most importantly, there are those health benefits Manuka honey is famous for. Our Manuka honey is all natural consisting of antioxidants. It is antibacterial and bacterial resistant, meaning that bacteria should not be able to build up a tolerance to its antibacterial effects. Manuka honey is effective for treating everything from a sore throat to clearing up blemishes on your skin..
Honey has long been recognised as having unique properties that can assist with wellbeing and getting the most out of life. Honey is widely used as a natural remedy by different people around the world. Manuka honey possesses the strongest antioxidant and antimicrobial properties among all honey.
Manuka honey can also be a great benefit for sports or physical activities. The glucose in honey is absorbed quickly to provide immediate energy, while the fructose is absorbed over time to offer sustained energy delivery. In fact, Manuka honey has been proven to sustain blood sugar levels for longer periods than sugar, sports gels and energy bars, meaning it is equally beneficial to athletes, recreational sports players wanting to avoid the ‘crash’ of sugar products.
How do you take Manuka honey and which honey should you take?
People consume Manuka honey in many ways. Here are a few ways to consume Manuka honey:
1. Consume one or two teaspoons of raw honey daily for good health.
2. Stir into your favourite tea or water or drinks.
3. Use it to naturally sweeten smoothies. Remember, honey is almost twice as sweet as sugar.
4. Combine with oil and vinegar for a salad dressing.
5. Use it as a face wash to help improve skin health!
In order to determine which honey suits you best, we need to understand what MG means on our Golden hive Manuka honey labels.