Manuka (mah-nook-cah) honey
UMF16+, comes from a species of tea tree (Leptospermum scoparium) in New Zealand. Twenty-seven years of research at the University of Waikato (why-cat-oh) in the North Island of New Zealand has found that some honey from the manuka plant has an antibacterial property not present in any other honey and has amazing medicinal properties.
For Stomach Ulcers:
Heliocobacter pylori is responsible for most stomach ulcers. Manuka Honey inhibits the growth of this bacteria. It is important to take the Manuka Honey with Bread or Toast an hour before a meal or at bedtime.
Digestive UMF16+For Sore Throats and Colds:
Streptococcus Pyogenes is one of the bacteria which causes sore throats. Manuka Honey has been effective against this bacteria. It may be taken in tea or straight from a teaspoon several times throughout the day.
Digestive UMF16+For Eczema:
Eczema, also referred to as dermatitis an inflammation and irritation of the skin. Eczema is characterized by redness, itching and inflammation of the skin that can lead to breaks in the skin. In addition to antibacterial benefits, Manuka Honey is anti-inflammatory.
Manuka Honey Hand CreamFor Wounds, Burns and Skin Ulcers:
Manuka Honey, in addition to its antibacterial properties, nourishes and promotes the regrowth of healthy tissue. Using the Sterilized Manuka Honey for Wound Care it creates a moist, sterile environment conducive for healing.
Laboratory studies have shown that UMF® manuka honey is even effective against the highly resistant bacteria including
MSRA. Manuka Honey has been approved by the U. S. Federal Drug Administration. The UMF® property penetrates the pores of unbroken skin to reach infections that lie below the skin.
Wound Care HoneyFor Acne:
Manuka Honey is effective in fighting
acne due to its ability to fight the infection below the skin, unclogging pores and drawing out the impurities. The active properties in the honey penetrate the blocked follicle, killing the bacteria that cause acne and any infection.
Manuka Honey Cleansing BarIt is unfortunate that the American tea-tree species does not have the UMF® component.