Manuka Honey

Introduction Studies has shown that we should take honey more serious, particularly Manuka Honey, which is a special type of honey only found in the new Zealand region which has more healing property than other types of honey. Manuka Honey is made by bees that collect pollen from the Manuka bush which is in New Zealand. The research done at the Waikato University over the last twenty years have identified active Manuka Honey are more superior than other types of honey, in assisting wound healing. Professor Molan has found that the Manuka Honey has special antibacterial and antibiotic property which he called Unique Manuka Factor or UMF. Benefit Active Manuka have been shown to provide optimal germs free moist wound healing environment which supports the natural healing of wounds, skin ulcers, stomach ulcers, diabetic ulcers, gastritis, burns, sore throats, acne, eczema, boils and cuts. With honey dressing, surgical wound supposedly heal twice as fast and scarring is prevented.

Recommendation When looking for Manuka Honey, you will find the varying UMF strengths - UMF 5, UMF 10, UMF 15, UMF 20, UMF 25. According to the honey research unit at the University of Waikato, medical professionals use Manuka Honey with UMF level of 10 or more. This is because lower level of UMF will not allow as much of the antibacterial elements to diffuse into infected tissue. In closing, Manuka Honey provides many health benefits for healing due to its antibacterial and antibiotic property.