Manuka honey from New Zealand is known for its medicinal properties. It has been used for centuries as a natural remedy by the Maori people of New Zealand, as it has a very strong antibacterial effect and helps against a variety of ailments and diseases.
MGO and UMF
In order to be able to use Manuka Honey optimally, you should make sure to choose the MGO/UMF value that suits you. The following table helps with an overview of the effects:
Using Manuka Honey
Consumed in at least 60 countries around the world, New Zealand mānuka honey lovers have created their own ways of incorporating mānuka honey into their routines to support a healthy lifestyle.
Most popular may be enjoying it straight off the spoon closely followed by adding a spoonful to a favourite tea or even hot water. It is used as a natural sweetener, particularly for a healthy cereal topping, added to smoothies, or anytime you want a delicious boost to your breakfast.
Mānuka honey is used in many countries as a natural skincare either directly on the skin, blended into a natural skin cream or as an ingredient in a store bought skincare product (always look for the UMF™ quality mark).
Whether sucking on a lozenge, a lollipop or savouring a dollop on the tongue mānuka honey is well recognised for soothing sore throats and easing coughs.
Disclaimer
Since it is forbidden in Switzerland to report on the benefits and healing properties of a product, I am only permitted to provide very limited information on this topic.
However, if you are interested in this subject, you can find much more information on Google or go directly to the Official UMFHA Site, which regularly publishes new studies.
Processing
Our raw Manuka honey is less processed than conventional honey. This means that it is not spun over a long period of time or heated above the normal hive temperatures (approx. 35 degrees Celsius). This results in a higher content of healthy enzymes while maintaining an unmistakable taste that can only be found in raw Manuka honey.
Storage
-Temperatures: Manuka honey should be stored in a dark room with temperatures between 20 to 25 degrees celsius.
-Darkness: Light exposure can cause the breakdown of the honey’s beneficial compounds, so it should get stored be stored in a dark space.
-Shelf Life: If the honey stays clean it can be stored more than 100 years.
-Dryness: Moisture can lead to bacterial growth and honey spoilage. Therefore, its essential to store Manuka honey in a dry environment, away from moisture and dampness.
-Stability: Maintain stability by avoiding frequent temperature changes moving containers. Keeping the honey in its original jar helps preserve its consistency and quality.
-Important: It should not be fed to children under 12 months.
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