Editorial Review:

Product Description:
Honey has been collected by man since the dawn of civilization. One of the most natural and sustaining of all foods, it is easy to digest, quickly assimilated into the body, and has a deliciously mild, sweet taste. Found only in a few areas of New Zealand, Manuka honey contains an additional antibacterial component not present in any other honeys. This factor is tested on a scale of 0-20 for antibacterial activity. Diffusing deeper into skin tissues than other honey, Active Manuka can be effective against superbugs like E. coli, Staphylococcus aureus, and Helicobacter pylori. It is sweet and delicious too!

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Rating: - Delicious Gourmet Honey
Manuka Honey has a depth of flavor unlike orange blossom or traditional clover honey varieties. This honey is less translucent and more grainy than smooth and leaves you wondering about the exact way to describe the flavor.

The pollen comes from the Manuka Tree, which is in the same plant family (Myrtaceae) as the Tea Tree in Australia. The sap, seed pods, leaves, bark, flowers and gum of manuka have been used in preparations to treat a variety of complaints.

The color is more amber and the taste has hints of a faraway forest, smoky fires and eucalyptus trees. The depth of color in the honey reveals the mineral content which means if it is darker, it is richer in minerals. The antibacterial elements make this more healing than other honeys and it can be used internally or externally on the skin, in the bath or in beauty masks for its ant-inflammatory properties.

If you want the full medical benefits, also look for UMF (unique manuka factor) Active Manuka honey will naturally destroy streptococcus. It is also effective helicobacter pylori, the bacteria responsible for stomach ulcers. It can also be used for the treatment of heartburn and acid reflux.

Laboratory research has proved this to be effective in killing strains of bacteria and fungi and it can be used on cuts, wounds, burns and skin infections to promote healthy skin regeneration with minimal scarring. Look for Comvita 18+ Wound Care.

It also seems to help prevent tooth decay, unlike sugar so that makes it perfect to add to your rooibos tea or green tea. Making a soothing tea with this honey can help a sore throat, cough, sinus infection and cold or flu symptoms.

Also look for East Cape Manuka Oil (contains high levels of high levels of Flavesone, Isoleptospermone and Leptospermone) that can be used externally for its antimicrobial activity.

~The Rebecca Review