What's So Special about Manuka Honey?

Download or read book What's So Special about Manuka Honey? written by Ann Adair and published by . This book was released on 2018-02 with total page 62 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What's So Special About Manuka Honey? You have probably heard of manuka honey, but do you know what makes it different and why it has become all the rage in the world of healing and wellness? Manuka honey, is produced in New Zealand and Australia by bees that pollinate the manuka bush. It was discovered that this very special honey has WAY more antibacterial activity than other honey. Manuka honey is very high in a compound called methylglyoxal, which is one of the main factors responsible for its antibacterial potency.Research has now shown that active manuka honey can effectively inhibit the growth of almost all known human pathogens, including those becoming resistant to antibiotics, like Staphylococcus aureus, Escherichia coli and Clostridium difficile. Because not all Manuka honey is high in methylglyoxal, a need for standardization arose. The Unique Manuka Factor Honey Association was established, and now provides a trademarked UMF rating system for Manuka honey. For Manuka honey to be considered "active", it must have a UMF rating of 10 or greater, indicating a certain level of antibacterial activity - the higher the rating, the greater the activity.When looking for a Manuka honey to purchase, make sure you see a UMF rating or logo - it guarantees a pure product! Manuka honey is usually expensive stuff. The busy bees must visit about four million flowers to make each kilogram of honey, so be sure to use it well and wisely. Please enjoy this book of 37 Recipes you can make and enjoy at home using Manuka honey. It is a way to incorporate this wonderful ingredient into your home cooking, while at the same time knowing you are doing something good for your body. Nature is a miraculous thing sometimes, and no one is going to take better care of you, then you are! DISCLAIMER: This is not stating in any way to cure any disease.