Manuka honey, native to New Zealand, is a remarkable natural substance with a host of health benefits. Produced by bees that pollinate the Manuka bush (Leptospermum scoparium), this honey is famous for its potent antibacterial properties. It was used by the native Maori people for decades as a natural antibiotic. Let’s explore some of its undeniable science-backed advantages:
Aids Wound Healing:
- Since ancient times, honey has been used to treat wounds, burns, and sores. Manuka honey takes this healing power to the next level.
- It enhances wound healing, promotes tissue regeneration, and even reduces pain in burn victims.
- It effectively treats wound infections caused by antibiotic-resistant strains like methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus auereus (MRSA).
Oral Health Promotion:
- Manuka honey attacks harmful oral bacteria associated with plaque formation, gum inflammation, and tooth decay.
- Research shows that it inhibits the growth of bacteria like Porphyromonas gingivalis and Aggregatibacter actinomycetemcomitans, which cause gingivitis and tooth decay.
- Unlike refined sugar, Manuka honey is found to not contribute to tooth decay.
- Manuka honey may soothe coughs due to upper respiratory tract infections (URTIs).
- Since viruses cause most URTIs, antibiotics are ineffective. Honey provides a safe alternative.
- Studies suggest that Manuka honey can be more effective in relieving URTI symptoms compared to common medicines, especially cough frequency and severity.
- Many customers regularly use it to ease coughs, colds, sore throats, and flu symptoms where it supports the respiratory system and gastrointestinal health.
- While limited evidence exists, Manuka honey may benefit digestive health.
- Many of our customers suffering from arthritis have reported on significant improvement to the arthritis symptoms.
