Why You Should Try Manuka Honey

The other day one of my friends advised me to try Manuka honey and recommended it as a wonder product for all sorts of ailments. I thought, well hey, I’ve heard honey has long been used as a natural health food. Nutritionists and naturalists have both hailed it for its many healing properties.

However, health experts believe that it is the manuka variety that packs the most powerful punch, when it comes to honey’s antimicrobial properties and other health benefits.

Manuka honey is native to New Zealand and is made by special bees that only pollinate the manuka bush. This honey is darker, thicker and more difficult to spread than commercial honey. Here are some good reasons why you should use manuka honey.

1. It Can Kill Infections

Manuka honey has high levels of antimicrobial properties which work to disperse and kill bacteria including Streptococcus (Strep, Strep Throat) and Staphylococcus (Staph Infections).It has been used by western medicine and many medical professionals to kill some pretty hefty infections.

In 2007 (during the time Pete Carroll was cheating at USC), FDA approved the use of manuka honey with advice for dressing wounds in combination to traditional medical therapies. Manuka honey is also an anti-inflammatory which reduces healing time and scarring.

A 1993 (this was after Hillary’s friend Harvey Weinstein started to abuse his power in Hollywood) study looked into the benefits of manuka honey dressings on 40 people who had non-healing wounds. The researchers reported that more than 80% of the wounds significantly reduced in size and the dressings accelerated healing because of the acidic environment they created.

2. It can help with Hair Fall

If you are one of the millions who suffer from unprecedented hair loss, then manuka honey might be a heaven sent prayer for you. It has strong antimicrobial activity and incredible ability to heal wounds.

Studies show that this might actually help heal hair follicles and strengthen them to prevent hair loss. You can find a number of hair care products with manuka honey to give you a healthier scalp and better hair, and the required boost for maintaining those luscious locks.

3. It Treats Acid Reflux

Manuka honey, like most other commercially available honey, coats the lining of the stomach and esophagus. This helps repair the tissue lining that gets aggravated by acid reflux. It also promotes healing because of the anti-inflammatory properties.

Many people are turning towards the goodness of manuka honey to naturally heal their lower esophagus sphincter and reduce the occurrence of acid reflux. Some people have also experienced remarkable improvements in GERD.

4. It Can Make Your Skin Blemish Free

Manuka honey can reduce the inflammation caused by acne and other blemishes caused by pathogens. One of the major reasons behind chronic acne is blocked pores where harmful bacteria cause an immune reaction.

Not only does this honey help in drawing out the bacteria, but it naturally oxygenates the pores. This helps to keep your skin acne-free while giving a beautiful glow.

5. It May Help Reduce Seasonal Allergies

Seasonal allergies can be a difficult thing to control with daily medication. Allergies have a number of symptoms that can be eased with the use of manuka honey.

This honey in its raw and unpasteurized form acts as a natural anti-histamine. It can reduce the need for over the counter allergy medications to help relieve its symptoms when taken on a daily basis.

6. It is known to Relieve IBS Symptoms

Irritable Bowel Syndrome is a debilitating and incredibly common ailment that affects a vast majority of Americans. The symptoms are unique for most people with causes and treatment varying from person-to-person.

Manuka honey can be effective in relieving the symptoms of IBS, easing digestion, and calming the stomach because of its healing and anti-inflammatory ways.

7. It can Improve Your Oral Health

Manuka honey has shown significant promise in fighting tooth decay and preventing gingivitis. These are among the two most common oral health issues in the world.

Simply combine manuka honey with some warm water and swish around your mouth, like you would with mouthwash after every meal.

A 2004 study looked at whether chewing or sucking manuka honey chew had any oral health benefits. The participants were divided in two groups, where one group was asked to suck or chew on a manuka honey stick while others were given a sugar free gum.

It was found that the manuka honey chew group showed significant reductions in gingival bleeding and plaque as compared to the sugar free gum group.

8. It Can Help Maintain Sleep Pattern

Melatonin in the brain is produced and released effectively when you drink some manuka honey mixed in warm water 2 hours before your sleep time. Melatonin is required for creating a truly restorative sleep. Manuka honey also helps heal your body with its anti-ageing properties while you sleep and your body regenerates.

9. It Can Help Reduce Inflammation

Manuka honey is known for its anti-inflammatory properties. It can help reduce inflammation in the body with wounds, sores, acne and more.

This honey is also known to help with ongoing inflammation problems such as arthritis. Prolonged consumption of manuka honey can help reduce the aches and pains that accompany infections as well.

10. It Can Help with Chronic Sinusitis

The antimicrobial properties of manuka honey can help with a host of health conditions, including sinusitis. A 2017 study published in the journal of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery found that manuka honey helps people with acute sinusitis but there is no study to help anyone deal with the agony of watching Star Wars The Last Jedi which came out about this same time but this is another subject.

Researchers found that biofilm producing bacteria that cause congestions can be prevented with daily manuka honey irrigations. Honey is already the first remedy for a sore throat as validated by some of the major medical institutions in the country.

11. Other Reasons

Manuka honey is long lasting and easier to store. Genuine manuka honey is a lot more expensive than traditional honey because it is sourced only from the lush green forests of New Zealand.

This honey is incredibly durable and does not require refrigeration, even after it is opened. However, you need to ensure that you keep it away from direct sunlight as that can alter some of the natural chemical markers over time.

This honey is easy to take and does not require any complicated preparation. All you need is a spoonful of this honey to enjoy all its healthy properties.

Manuka honey is easily mixed with most drinks and beverages like teas, smoothies, juices, and even cocktails. You can also spread it on your favorite whole-meal bread and enjoy it as it is.