It also contains a diverse range of other nutrients not found in other sweeteners like table sugar, including proteins, enzymes, amino acids, vitamins and minerals and phenolic compounds. At least 181 other minor components have also been identified in honey and this number is still increasing.

Elite athletes, nutrition and strength coaches are choosing Comvita’s raw, certified UMF™ Manuka honey as a clean, natural energy source before cycling, running, weightlifting and more. Take your fitness routine to the next level with nature’s powerful source of energy. The manuka shrub’s short flowering season means it takes immense skill, planning and resources to harvest manuka honey, which is why we never take a single, precious drop of manuka for granted. What Does Manuka Honey Taste Like? Manuka is different to other honey types due to its unique non-peroxide antimicrobial activity. This type of antimicrobial activity means manuka honey is highly stable compared to types of honey with peroxide-based antimicrobial activity. This makes manuka ideal for antimicrobial uses, such as wound care. Stir it into your tea or coffee, blend it into a smoothie or juice, drizzle it onto your breakfast or spread it liberally on your toast. Either way, it’s delicious – and full of goodness. Manuka honey can be applied topically at any stage of wound healing. Consult your doctor before trying it

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Manuka honey has a distinctive sweet taste; like a good wine, it grows in flavour and potency and darkens over time. Pure manuka honey has a more intense flavour and darker colour - these are also indicators that your honey contains more beneficial compounds. What Makes Manuka Honey Different? It’s another good reason to start supporting your body with the many health properties of Comvita Manuka Honey. We’re all becoming more aware of the importance of gut health, and honey has a long history in traditional Chinese therapy to support digestive comfort. All honey boasts great benefits for the skin, but Manuka honey is especially useful for managing dry skin symptoms such as flaking and irritation. Rest assured, this magical liquid is well-suited for use in your daily skincare routine. Not only does it nourish, it also rejuvenates and revitalizes your skin.

Most types of honey also release bacteria-killing hydrogen peroxide when they’re diluted. This hydrogen peroxide is generated by an enzyme known as glucose oxidase. Bees add glucose oxidase to nectar when they’re making honey. And remember, honey isn’t a ‘magic pill’– it should be incorporated into a nutritious eating pattern complete with plenty of fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. Manuka honey from New Zealand contains over 2,000 individual compounds - more than 20x higher than some types of pasture honey, such as clover honey. Note that the exact composition of honey varies depending on its floral source – it is a natural product after all!This makes manuka honey chemically more complex, as it contains a wide array of bioactive micronutrients, including: Micronutrients support our immune system, energy production and play a key role in our body’s growth and development. If you have sensitive, acne-prone skin, eczema-prone skin, or just dry, parched skin, use a higher UMF™ level like Comvita UMF 10+ or UMF 15+ Manuka Honey as a soothing, single-ingredient facemask. Or you can add it to your favorite DIY clean-beauty masks. For raw, chapped lips, apply Manuka honey as a restorative lip mask. And because it’s all natural, if you accidentally ingest some, your insides will love it too! Manuka honey is best consumed as part of a healthy balanced diet and active lifestyle and - just you would incorporate a supplement capsule into your diet for targeted support – you can add a spoonful of Comvita Manuka Honey to support your daily wellness.

That means you shouldn’t start consuming more honey if you currently avoid sugar or are counting calories. Rather, it’s about replacement — if you use table sugar, syrup, or another sweetener, try switching those sugars out for honey.

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So, whenever you feel a ‘scratchy’ throat coming on – or your cough just won’t quit – get fast relief with a smooth spoonful of Comvita Manuka honey. For best results, enjoy it straight from the spoon, or in a warm (not too hot) mug of lemon water or tea.

Current dietary guidelines recommended limiting sugar intake to around 10% of daily calories, which includes honey. But the good news is – since honey is sweeter than table sugar – and has a complex composition of sugars, vitamins, minerals, and other bioactive substances - you may be able to consume less honey to enjoy the same level of sweetness. Food Supplements are intended to supplement the diet and should not be substituted for a varied diet or healthy lifestyle. As a final beauty boost, it’s good to know Comvita Manuka Honey can also act as a natural moisturizer for a smoother, more dewy finish.For most people, manuka honey is safe to consume. It can complement a healthy balanced diet and offers some fascinating health benefits when consumed in moderation. A spoonful a day is recommended.