Uncovering the Healing Power of Honey

After being shadowed by modern day medicine, honey is being used to treat a variety of different health conditions including infected wounds involving antibiotic-resistant bacteria.

Scientists have discovered the unusual antibacterial activity of a certain type of honey has the ability to kill pathogenic bacteria and promote wound healing. Clinical studies show that Manuka Honey, commonly found in New Zealand and some parts of Australia, is effective against antibiotic-resistant strains of bacteria, including MRSA. Bacterial is unable to develop a resistance to Manuka Honey. This has become extremely important within the medical industry as antibiotic resistance is one of the biggest problems faced by modern medicine.

There has been evidence of honey being used for medical purposes by many cultures throughout history, particularly as a wound dressing. It Honey's antibacterial activity is primarily due to the production of hydrogen peroxide. However, Manuka Honey has additional antibacterial and antimicrobial properties not found on standard types of honey. In addition to having powerful antibacterial activity, Manuka Honey has also been known to actively promote healing. Studies show that Manuka Honey stimulates human cells that are important in the immune response and in wound healing.

"Despite the ancient and modern evidence suggesting an enormous potential for honey as a wound dressing, it is highly underestimated," says Frank Buonanotte, CEO of Honeymark International, a manufacturer of health care products containing Manuka Honey as a healing agent. "Manuka Honey has natural antibacterial, antimicrobial, antiviral, antioxidant, antiseptic, anti-inflammatory and antifungal properties, making it an amazing natural resource. Since many health conditions are caused by bacteria and microorganisms, Manuka Honey's ability to destroy such microbes is extremely valuable as an ingredient in our health care products. We blend Manuka Honey into our medicated creams and lotions making the most effective health and beauty aids on the market."

Honeymark makes products that are effective in treating conditions such as eczema, psoriasis, ringworm, athlete's foot, arthritis, muscle and joint pain, wounds and burns. For more information or to purchase Manuka Honey products, call 1-866-427-7329 or visit www.HoneymarkProducts.com.