Manuka Honey , vs. Regular Honey, Explained.<br />Manuka Honey , vs. Regular Honey, Explained.<br />Manuka honey is named after a bush that is indigenous to New Zealand.<br />The honey made from bees that surround these bushes undergoes rigorous testing.<br />If the honey is found to meet certain quality control standards, it can then be considered and marketed as manuka honey.<br />Some studies show that manuka honey can be more healthy than regular honey.<br />Some studies show that manuka honey can be more healthy than regular honey.<br />Manuka honey has no added sweetener, so its <br />sugar content can be lower than pasteurized honey.<br />It is also considered an anti-bacterial and -inflammatory, meaning it can be used topically, as well.<br />Due to its anti-bacterial properties, manuka honey is also thought to prevent tooth decay.<br />Manuka honey is also thought to promote gut health because it feeds probiotic microbes in the intestines.<br />This can assist with digestion and with the absorption of nutrients.<br />Manuka honey can also help improve facial skin.<br />Its antibacterial properties can curtail the spread of acne.<br />Manuka honey can be expensive, so it's good to make sure that you're buying an authentic product.<br />Authentic manuka honey receives a UMF rating, with the highest rating labeled UMF16+.<br />More affordable versions of the product are available in the UMF10—15 range
