What Is So Special About Umf Manuka Honey?

By Author: Gareth Hoyle
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Manuka honey is native to New Zealand. It has been available for a number of years in the UK but it is only recently that people have begun to understand is miraculous health benefits. The wonderful thing about Manuka honey is that it not only is it good for you but it also has a great naturally sweet taste. There is no spoonful of sugar needed for this natural medicine!

The UMF Factor

The most significant benefit of Manuka honey is its incredibly high content of natural antibacterial qualities. This is known as the Unique Manuka Factor (UMF) in health circles. There are many different Manuka honey products on the market and you will be able to tell their antibacterial strength by the UMF rating. The minimal rating recognised for health giving benefits is 10, so you will be able to check this before you buy any Manuka honey.

* Standard Manuka honey does contain antibacterial properties but this is not as strong as the UMF Manuka products.
* The standard honey contains a strong hydrogen peroxide antibacterial property. This can help to fight infection in the body.
* UMF Manuka ...
... honey also has the same hydrogen peroxide antibacterial property but in addition to this contains another UMF antibacterial component that increases its potency. This means is has a much more powerful effect than regular honey.
* UMF Manuka honey is also more stable than standard honey. This means the antibacterial effects are not as easily destroyed by light, heat or the enzymes in our own bodies.

How to Use Manuka Honey

As well as eating this tasty honey you can also use it for a number of home remedies. Natural therapists recommend using Manuka honey in the following ways:

* Relief for stomach ulcers - take one teaspoon after each meal or when experiencing discomfort.
* Treatment for sore throats - melt a teaspoon of Manuka honey in warm water with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice. Gargle to treat infection in sore throats.
* Treatment against infection in open wounds, burns and boils - you can put pure Manuka honey straight against the skin and hold in place with a clean bandage wrap.

Many people also believe Manuka honey has a beneficial effect on the appearance of skin. This is why it is commonly used as an ingredient in skincare products.

UMF Manuka honey has a number of very beneficial effects on the body. You can buy this honey easily online and there are a wide choice of Manuka products available.