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Five Benefits of Manuka Honey

If you are wondering what exactly is the difference between normal honey and manuka honey, it’s simply this – Manuka is a shrub native to New Zealand which is known to have medicinal properties and when honey bees gather their nectar from the flowers of this shrub the honey produce is called “Manuka honey”. The manuka shrub is also known as Tea tree.

The Manuka is an evergreen dense branch shrub that gives off white  (and occasionally pink) flowers which are attractive to the honey bees. Manuka oil is known to have high antibacterial properties and is used to heal wounds and eczema. The honey produced by the bees, that gather nectar from the Manuka flowers, has a distinct flavor to it and it’s darker and richer than normal honey.

UMF Manuka honey is considered to have more medicinal qualities than normal Manuka honey. So be sure to check for the UMF presence in the honey you purchase.

Here’s a list of benefits of Manuka honey

1. Manuka honey has been known to cure sore throats and colds, as its anti-bacterial property is effective against the streptococcus pyogenes bacteria.

2. UMF rated Manuka honey helps promote rehydration in the body and is effective in combating vomitting and diarrhea.

3. It’s highly potent in healing skin ulcers, varicose, sores of different types, ruptured wounds, burns, skin cracks and cuts and boils.

4. If you are suffering from acid reflux or stomach ulcer, you must give Manuka honey a try. It is known to soothe the tantrums of acid reflux and its antibacterial property fights against the helicobacter pylori bacteria which causes stomach ulcers.

5. Manuka honey or Manuka oil can be used on acnes and mild cases of eczema. Its antibacterial property helps prevents acnes and heals the existent ones. Honey is known for its Anti-inflammatory functions which helps soothe the pus filled acnes.

If you are suffering from acid reflux problems, you can try taking a tablespoon of Manuka honey an hour before every meal, and once before going to bed. Avoid drinking water after you have taken the honey so that it retains its viscosity in the stomach. You can also eat some crackers or bread, soaked in this honey. This way you will be able to retain the effect of honey for a longer period. You should observe notable improvement in your acid reflux condition within a few days of using this medication.

Manuka honey helps acne and scars in a very effective manner, for two reasons – 1. the hydrogen peroxide in the honey has an insulin like effect which promotes healing 2. It removes malodour from the wound by exterminating the bacteria which produce ammonia.

Ancient Egyptians were known for their mastery in the field of medicine and they were well aware of the benefits of honey in the area of healing. Manuka honey is more medicinal than normal honey because it’s sourced from the flowers of a medicinal shrub.

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