Thursday, May 3, 2012
Tuesday, May 1, 2012
Manuka Beeswax Candles by Honeymark
Paraffin candles are the most commonly burned candles but
they are also the most dangerous to our health.
Paraffin is an inexpensive sludge waste product that is derived from
petroleum. It is bleached then
texturized with carcinogenic substances.
Once
burned, paraffin candles release toxins into the air that are known as carcinogens.
These toxins are then inhaled by anyone in the same room and linger in the
areas that they are burned in. In addition, their soot leaves a residue on
walls, discoloring fabrics and ceilings. In fact, soot from paraffin
candles contain many of the same toxins found in diesel fuel. What most people don’t know is that paraffin
candles are as dangerous to the lungs as second-hand cigarette smoke.
Beeswax candles, on the other hand, are
good for the air and give off a natural, honey fragrance while providing a
longer, cleaner burn than candles made with other types of wax. Beeswax candles may be more expensive than
other types of candles, but they last twice as long as soy candles and three
times longer than paraffin candles. When beeswax candles burn, they clean the air like a natural
air purifier. This is because beeswax candles give off negative ions that help
concentration and clean the air. They are also non-allergenic and can
help soothe the symptoms of hay fever, asthma and environmental allergies.
Air contains billions of
electrically charged particles called ions, which act upon our capacity to
absorb and utilize oxygen. The ions in
the air can affect our mood, energy and health. Negative ions actually feel
good. Too many positive ions make us feel bad and contain pollution and
allergens. Negative ions remove the pollution and allergens from positive ions,
allowing them to drop harmlessly to the ground. This process cleans the air of dust, odors,
toxins, pollen, mold, dust mites feces and viruses. This is especially beneficial
for people who have allergies and other environmental sensitivities.
Individuals
with allergies, sinus problems and asthma have reported a significant
improvement in their symptoms, breathing better and sleeping better after
burning beeswax candles in their bedroom for 3-4 hours before bedtime. Benefits
of beeswax candles are as follows:
- 100% All-Natural
- Environmentally Friendly
- No Soot
- Non-Toxic
- Non-Carcinogenic
- Anti-Allergenic
- Relieves Stress
- Emits air-purifying, negative ions
- Long lasting burn
- Brighter Flame
- Virtually dripless
Honeymark’s
Manuka Beeswax
Candles
are made with 100% pure beeswax extracted from the same hives that produce
Manuka honey. For more information or to
purchase Manuka Beeswax Candles, call 1-866-427-7329 or visit www.HoneymarkProducts.com.
Monday, April 30, 2012
Christina's Voice: Review- Honeymark mudmask and antiseptic spray
Christina's Voice: Review- Honeymark mudmask and antiseptic spray: Honeymark is an importer of Manuka honey and a distributor of natural Manuka honey products. When Honeymark was founded, we believed...
Friday, April 20, 2012
Wednesday, April 18, 2012
Hardcore Makeup Junkie: Honeymark Product Review & Floral OOTD
Hardcore Makeup Junkie: Honeymark Product Review & Floral OOTD: Hello Makeup Junkies!!! Today, I want to share with you a brand that I have fallen in love with. Since there are an endless amount of pro...
Sunday, March 25, 2012
A Comparison between Honeymark and Wedderspoon Manuka Honey
With the lack of regulatory oversight and the uncertainty of various rating systems, consumers want to know the truth about the quality and potency of the Manuka honey they are buying and using as a natural healing agent.
When it comes to promoting good health, the price of natural products is usually not an issue. However, the variation of pricing for different brands of Manuka honey has consumers wondering what the difference is. Why are some Manuka honeys more expensive than others? Because of its incomparable healing potential and its lack of abundance, Manuka honey has become an expensive commodity over the past few years. Promulgated by celebrity doctors such as Dr. Oz and Dr. Mercola, it has become an extremely popular natural alternative to traditional forms of medicine.
At this point, the global demand for Manuka honey far exceeds the supply. When this kind of supply and demand situation occurs, not only does the cost of the commodity increase, but a black market can also develop. The National Beekeepers Association of New Zealand has recently announced that there is more Manuka honey being sold worldwide than there is being harvested. This suggests that some unscrupulous suppliers are either blending Manuka honey with less expensive honeys or mislabeling ordinary honey as Manuka honey.
Another way some suppliers of Manuka honey are increasing their profitability is by lying about the phytochemical and antibacterial potency of their honey. For example, the non-peroxide activity of Manuka honey is generally indicated on the label by a number. Scientific research suggests that Manuka honey must have a non-peroxide activity level of 10 or higher to be considered bioactive and suitable for therapeutic use. A Non-peroxide level less than 10 is considered to be inactive and does not have the potency required to yield medicinal efficacy. The higher the non-peroxide activity, the higher the antibacterial potency and also the higher the price.
Recent laboratory analyses show that Wedderspoon Manuka honey has a lower potency level than is advertised on the label. An independent lab report performed on a jar of Wedderspoon Manuka Honey labeled as Active 12+ revealed that it had a non-peroxide activity of less than 4.1 and a jar of Wedderspoon Manuka honey labeled as Active 16+ was really 4.6. Not only do these reports show that the potency level of Wedderspoon’s Manuka honey did not match the number listed on the label, it also confirms that Wedderspoon’s Manuka honey is inactive. The same type of laboratory analysis shows Honeymark brand Manuka honey labeled as Active 10+ had a non-peroxide activity of 10.1 and another jar of Honeymark Manuka honey labeled as Active 16+ had a non-peroxide activity of 16.
Some people think that only UMF rated Manuka honey contains bioactive properties. This is untrue. Certain acronyms such as UMF, MGO, etc. are just registered trademarks owned by private companies that have a vested interest in their trademark. Unfortunately, the New Zealand government does not regulate the Manuka honey industry and neither does the U.S. FDA. The only way to ensure a particular batch of Manuka honey has a non-peroxide activity of 10 or higher is to perform a laboratory analysis to measure these phytochemical levels. “If a customer were to ask Wedderspoon to provide the lab report of their Manuka honey, they most likely would refuse,” says Frank W. Buonanotte, CEO of Honeymark International. “We would be willing to send our third-party lab reports that show the potency levels of each batch of Manuka honey that we import from New Zealand.”
Buonanotte says that customers have called his office stating that they had tried using Wedderspoon Manuka honey for certain health conditions but experienced no results. He attributes the low potency level of their product for the lack of effectiveness. Buonanotte also states that Honeymark offers a money back guarantee on all products which he feels is the best policy to ensure product efficacy. We were not able to find a money back guarantee on Wedderspoon’s website.
When it comes to promoting good health, the price of natural products is usually not an issue. However, the variation of pricing for different brands of Manuka honey has consumers wondering what the difference is. Why are some Manuka honeys more expensive than others? Because of its incomparable healing potential and its lack of abundance, Manuka honey has become an expensive commodity over the past few years. Promulgated by celebrity doctors such as Dr. Oz and Dr. Mercola, it has become an extremely popular natural alternative to traditional forms of medicine.
At this point, the global demand for Manuka honey far exceeds the supply. When this kind of supply and demand situation occurs, not only does the cost of the commodity increase, but a black market can also develop. The National Beekeepers Association of New Zealand has recently announced that there is more Manuka honey being sold worldwide than there is being harvested. This suggests that some unscrupulous suppliers are either blending Manuka honey with less expensive honeys or mislabeling ordinary honey as Manuka honey.
Another way some suppliers of Manuka honey are increasing their profitability is by lying about the phytochemical and antibacterial potency of their honey. For example, the non-peroxide activity of Manuka honey is generally indicated on the label by a number. Scientific research suggests that Manuka honey must have a non-peroxide activity level of 10 or higher to be considered bioactive and suitable for therapeutic use. A Non-peroxide level less than 10 is considered to be inactive and does not have the potency required to yield medicinal efficacy. The higher the non-peroxide activity, the higher the antibacterial potency and also the higher the price.
Recent laboratory analyses show that Wedderspoon Manuka honey has a lower potency level than is advertised on the label. An independent lab report performed on a jar of Wedderspoon Manuka Honey labeled as Active 12+ revealed that it had a non-peroxide activity of less than 4.1 and a jar of Wedderspoon Manuka honey labeled as Active 16+ was really 4.6. Not only do these reports show that the potency level of Wedderspoon’s Manuka honey did not match the number listed on the label, it also confirms that Wedderspoon’s Manuka honey is inactive. The same type of laboratory analysis shows Honeymark brand Manuka honey labeled as Active 10+ had a non-peroxide activity of 10.1 and another jar of Honeymark Manuka honey labeled as Active 16+ had a non-peroxide activity of 16.
Some people think that only UMF rated Manuka honey contains bioactive properties. This is untrue. Certain acronyms such as UMF, MGO, etc. are just registered trademarks owned by private companies that have a vested interest in their trademark. Unfortunately, the New Zealand government does not regulate the Manuka honey industry and neither does the U.S. FDA. The only way to ensure a particular batch of Manuka honey has a non-peroxide activity of 10 or higher is to perform a laboratory analysis to measure these phytochemical levels. “If a customer were to ask Wedderspoon to provide the lab report of their Manuka honey, they most likely would refuse,” says Frank W. Buonanotte, CEO of Honeymark International. “We would be willing to send our third-party lab reports that show the potency levels of each batch of Manuka honey that we import from New Zealand.”
Buonanotte says that customers have called his office stating that they had tried using Wedderspoon Manuka honey for certain health conditions but experienced no results. He attributes the low potency level of their product for the lack of effectiveness. Buonanotte also states that Honeymark offers a money back guarantee on all products which he feels is the best policy to ensure product efficacy. We were not able to find a money back guarantee on Wedderspoon’s website.
Wednesday, January 11, 2012
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