Information about the healing properties of Manuka Honey.
Thursday, July 29, 2010
Wednesday, July 28, 2010
Sunday, July 25, 2010
Healing with Manuka Honey
Manuka honey is from New Zealand. It is made by bees that utilize the nectar from the flowers that grow on the Manuka tree (Leptospermum scoparium). This honey contains antibacterial and anti-fungal properties, more so than any other type of honey. Many have claimed that it helps certain conditions such as eczema, acne, ulcers, IBS and even acid reflux disease. Only active Manuka honey should be used for medicinal purposes with a UMF rating of 10 or higher. The higher the UMF, the better the antibacterial potency. Manuka Honey UMF 16 is most desirable. Manuka Honey that is more potent than UMF 20 can be overly potent. Manuka Honey less than UMF 10 is inactive and should only be used as a sweetener or for food purposes.
Stomach Ulcers, Strep Throat, Acid Reflux, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Ulcerative Colitis, Gastritis and Other Internal Conditions
You will need to take the honey internally a 3-4 times per day. You can put a teaspoon in your tea, spread it on toast or just swallow a teaspoon of it. It is recommended to take a teaspoon of Manuka Honey about 30 minutes before meals and again before bedtime for internal conditions. Once symptoms are reduced, you can take one teaspoon per day for maintenance purposes.
Eczema, Acne, Wounds, Infections, Burns, Sores, Ringworm and Other Skin Conditions
You can use Manuka honey topically when treating skin conditions and wounds. The Manuka Honey must be applied directly to the affected area. Then you can cover it with your bandage or dressing. It can also be used on acne or eczema without a covering, but bear in mind that it is quite sticky. There are skin care products available that contain Manuka honey. These products are not sticky and are equally as effective as using pure Manuka Honey on the skin.
Eye or Ear Infections
Stir a teaspoon of Manuka Honey into a cup of lukewarm water. Using an ear dropper, drip the liquefied Manuka Honey solution into your ear or eye. Repeat daily until symptoms are eliminated.
Sinus Infections
Stir a teaspoon of Manuka Honey into a cup of lukewarm water. Using a neti pot, inhale the liquefied Manuka Honey solution into your nose and through the nasal passage way until it comes into your mouth. Repeat daily until symptoms are eliminated.
For more information or to purchase Manuka Honey products, call 1-866-427-7329 or visit www.HoneymarkProducts.com.
Friday, July 23, 2010
Thursday, July 22, 2010
Manuka Honey for Pressure Sores and Skin Ulcers
Ancient Egyptians used honey regularly for medical purposes. Aristotle described its use in medicine as did the Greek physician Dioscorides. Honey is now being used again to treat wounds, including pressure sores and skin ulcers. Manuka honey is a premium honey produced in New Zealand by bees that utilize the nectar from the flowers of the Manuka bush. It is this nectar that contains unique healing properties not found anywhere else.
Due to its high sugar content, Manuka honey is hygroscopic, meaning it attracts water to itself. Bacteria need water to survive and the deprivation of water is one of the reasons for its antibacterial effect. Manuka Honey also retains its microbial activity even after it has been diluted to a level at which it is no longer able to attract water to itself. In fact, it becomes more effective.
When diluted, honey produces hydrogen peroxide, which can be used as a wound cleanser and disinfectant. The amount of hydrogen peroxide produced by honey is strong enough to kill bacteria but low enough not to damage skin tissue. In addition to its ability to produce hydrogen peroxide in a slow-release manner, Manuka Honey also contains other antibacterial compounds, such as methylglyoxal and UMF, which contributor to its effectiveness in treating chronic wounds.
Applying Manuka honey to a wound offers benefits in addition to the hygroscopic and antibacterial effects. The lymphocytes (white blood cells) which fight infections are stimulated by Manuka honey. B lymphocytes make antibodies which fight the toxins produced by bacteria. T lymphocytes attack body cells which have been invaded by viruses or cancer. These both increase rapidly at Manuka honey concentrations as low as 0.1%, and phagocytes, which ingest bacteria, are stimulated in concentrations as low as 1%.
Manuka honey also has phytochemical actions (plant chemicals which can protect against or prevent disease). Using it on sores and topical ulcers seem to work, even when traditional methods fail. To treat these types of wounds, Manuka Honey (or wound care products containing Manuka Honey) should be applied directly to the affected area. It is best to apply the honey to a gauze or bandage and then cover the affected area with the Manuka Honey dressing. This keeps the Manuka Honey in place. Regular applications of Manuka Honey on wounds will yield positive results. Manuka Honey can also be used safely and effectively on animals.
For more information or to purchase Manuka Honey, call 1-866-427-7329 or visit www.HoneymarkProducts.com.
Due to its high sugar content, Manuka honey is hygroscopic, meaning it attracts water to itself. Bacteria need water to survive and the deprivation of water is one of the reasons for its antibacterial effect. Manuka Honey also retains its microbial activity even after it has been diluted to a level at which it is no longer able to attract water to itself. In fact, it becomes more effective.
When diluted, honey produces hydrogen peroxide, which can be used as a wound cleanser and disinfectant. The amount of hydrogen peroxide produced by honey is strong enough to kill bacteria but low enough not to damage skin tissue. In addition to its ability to produce hydrogen peroxide in a slow-release manner, Manuka Honey also contains other antibacterial compounds, such as methylglyoxal and UMF, which contributor to its effectiveness in treating chronic wounds.
Applying Manuka honey to a wound offers benefits in addition to the hygroscopic and antibacterial effects. The lymphocytes (white blood cells) which fight infections are stimulated by Manuka honey. B lymphocytes make antibodies which fight the toxins produced by bacteria. T lymphocytes attack body cells which have been invaded by viruses or cancer. These both increase rapidly at Manuka honey concentrations as low as 0.1%, and phagocytes, which ingest bacteria, are stimulated in concentrations as low as 1%.
Manuka honey also has phytochemical actions (plant chemicals which can protect against or prevent disease). Using it on sores and topical ulcers seem to work, even when traditional methods fail. To treat these types of wounds, Manuka Honey (or wound care products containing Manuka Honey) should be applied directly to the affected area. It is best to apply the honey to a gauze or bandage and then cover the affected area with the Manuka Honey dressing. This keeps the Manuka Honey in place. Regular applications of Manuka Honey on wounds will yield positive results. Manuka Honey can also be used safely and effectively on animals.
For more information or to purchase Manuka Honey, call 1-866-427-7329 or visit www.HoneymarkProducts.com.
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