Manuka honey is an excellent elixir for all kinds of health problems. Manuka honey works against bacteria, viruses and fungi. Manuka honey also acts as an antiseptic, antioxidant and as an aid in wound healing. It is excellent in the fight against caries.
- Manuka med za unutrašnju i spoljašnju upotrebu
- Manuka med za probleme sa stomakom i crevima
- Manuka med za upalu respiratornog trakta
- Manuka med za prehladu
- Manuka med za gljivične bolesti
- Manuka med za zdrave zube
- Kako znati kvalitet Manuka meda
- Manuka med – aplikacija
- Manuka med: ne bojte se super-patogena
- Napomena za dijabetičare
Manuka honey for indoor and outdoor use
Aromatic Manuka honey comes from the flower nectar of the New Zealand manuka bush (Leptospermum scoparium), a relative of the Australian tea tree. Med has already been used as a medicine in many highly developed cultures. Hippocrates knew that honey helped heal open wounds and ulcers. The Maori, a native people of New Zealand, used it most often to heal wounds from colds and stomach problems.
Manuka honey for stomach and intestinal problems
Scientific studies at Wakaito University in New Zealand have found that Manuka honey is extremely effective in treating Escherichia coli and Helicobacter pylori which cause gastrointestinal problems. (gastric ulcer and inflammation of the gastric mucosa)
Treating stomach ulcers with Manuka honey is much cheaper and there are no side effects, as is the case with conventional therapy.
Manuka honey for inflammation of the respiratory tract
Manuka honey has been found to be effective in treating antibiotic-resistant Staphylococcus aureus. Staphylococcus aureus is a bacterium that, when the immune system is weakened, can cause skin infections. After surgery, patients are often infected with this bacterium. Staphylococcus aureus also causes a number of other diseases: bronchitis, pneumonia, sinus infections and otitis media.
Manuka honey for colds
Manuka honey contains antibiotic and antiviral properties. Manuka honey is a tasty and effective medicine against colds, sore throats, coughs and other respiratory infections. Manuka honey is traditionally used in hot tea.
Manuka honey for fungal diseases
Manuka honey is antifungal, ie. may inhibit fungal growth. It is recommended for complementary therapy (external and internal) for all types of fungal diseases, such as e.g. lichens, Candida albicans, athletic foot and others.
Manuka honey for healthy teeth
A scientific study found that Manuka honey protects teeth from dental plaque as well as a chemical solution of chlorhexidine, which is often found in mouthwashes.
How to know the quality of Manuka honey
On the packaging of Manuka honey, which is packaged in Germany, the antibacterial activity of honey is shown with the help of the so-called MGO content. MGO stands for methylglyoxal and describes the main active ingredient of Manuka honey. The value of MGO must be analyzed by a well-known and independent honey laboratory. If the MGO value does not appear on the honey jar, the consumer can contact the bottler and request an updated MGO analysis for the honey in question using the control number. In New Zealand, the quality of Manuka honey is specified by the so-called UMF (Unique Manuka Factor), the value of UMF is reserved exclusively for Manuka honey that is bottled in New Zealand. In order to be able to mark the UMF on their honey jars, New Zealand beekeepers and honey fillers must pay a license fee.
UMF and MGO values can be easily converted into others – with the help of the Internet. Here are some examples:
UMF 10 = MGO 263
UMF 15 = MGO 514
MGO of over 400 already represents top quality.
Manuka med – application
For colds and infections with cough and sore throat, one teaspoon of Manuka honey should be dissolved on the tongue at least 3 times a day. Keep Manuka honey in your mouth for as long as possible, then swallow it very slowly. It is best to take the last teaspoon just before bedtime. The anti-inflammatory and anti-cariogenic effects of honey are great for the gums and oral cavity.
In the case of colds and sinus infections, antibiotics are often called ineffective, because their systemic mode of action (through the bloodstream) prevents them from reaching the bacteria on the mucous membrane. Manuka honey, on the other hand, can be easily applied to the inner walls of the nose before going to bed, so that honey can act on the mucous membrane on the spot overnight.
Manuka honey: do not be afraid of super-pathogens
Unlike synthetically produced antibiotics, Manuka honey does not encourage the growth and spread of antibiotic-resistant super-pathogens. This property makes Manuka honey extremely effective in treating wounds, burns and other skin problems.
Note for diabetics
Diabetics should be careful with the intake of Manuka honey, because due to a metabolic disorder in their blood, there are already elevated values of MGO, which are currently believed to be involved in the development of diabetic neuropathy. External use of Manuka honey is allowed.
