Manuka Honey is produced in New Zealand and Australia.

The antibacterial activity of Manuka

Honey is known as Original Manuka Factor, which is a way to measure the ability to kill
bacteria and viruses. Scientific research has proved that it is responsible for the active
methylglyoxal (MGO). MGO is a component that appears in plants, animals and humans from
the presence of glucose and is produced to ensure that the cells are healthy. Manuka Honey
contains a special active.

The Dr. Thomas Henle (University of Dresden, Germany), said in the year of 2008 that
"research shows that methylglyoxal is directly responsible for the antibacterial activity of
Manuka Honey".

The samples of 60 types of Manuka honey were tested by Dr. Thomas and his team. The
concentrations of methylglyoxal in this type of honey vary between 189-835 mg/kg of honey.
The minimum bactericidal activity is 100 mg/kg - a representative concentration that you can
also find in chocolate and coffee. A honey with 400 mg of this compound shows a powerful
attribute against bacteria and several types of virus.

Molecules of this substance also showed high activity against streptococcus bacteria.
Staphylococci live on our skin and nose without causing any kind of problem, the only problem
occurs when the immune system is weakened. At that time, they can cause infections on the
skin, and it can be lethal for immunocompromised individuals. Staphylococcus aureus is a
bacterium such, resistant to various antibiotics such as methicillin and is considered
pathogenic. People who take antibiotics too often are susceptible to this kind of problem.

Molecules methylglyoxal demonstrated efficacy against bacteria such as H. pylori (which

causes intestinal ulcers), and E. coli resistant to other drugs. Studies have shown that a
pretreatment with this substance prevented gastric damage in rats which were administered
with caustic harassing mucous membranes of the stomach, causing so-called peptic ulcers -
sores in the lining of the esophagus, the stomach and duodenum.

The methylglyoxal is a compound naturally formed from Manuka blossom, which is collected
by bees and transferred to honey, being stable, resistant to light and heat.

All types of honey have some antibacterial quality, thanks to the formation of hydrogen
peroxide; however, it rapidly dissolves in contact with the human body, which does not occur
with methylglyoxal.

In the following table you can see the relationship between methylglyoxal levels and their
benefits:

Methylglyoxal ACTIVE MANUKA HONEY BENEFITS

30 +> Not relevant levels of activity 5+>

100+ Some level of activity, as the general well-being 10+

250+ Useful bactericidal activity for disease prevention and wellness 15+

400+ Active methylglyoxal used in digestive diseases 20+

550+ Higher activity of methylglyoxal used for topical application 25+

Manuka Honey is useful as an antibacterial and antiseptic ointment of cuts, dermatitis, burns
and insect bites if you apply it topically. When administered orally, the natural probiotic
properties manifest themselves, their carbohydrates act in the small and large intestines,
stimulate the proliferation of healthy bacteria cleaning toxins. Their carbohydrates prevent
diseases such as ulcerative colitis, irritable bowel syndrome, Crohn's disease and even cancer.

Taking the Manuka Honey daily is an excellent form of treatment. Manuka flower pollen is also
very rich in essential vitamins and minerals to health.

Rickets is a disease caused by lack of vitamin D in the body, which reduces calcium absorption
and the organism's development during childhood: honey can provide nutrients to combat
this.

Which conditions can be treated with Manuka Honey?

Stomach ulcers, sore throat pain, acid reflux, irritable bowel syndrome, ulcerative colitis,
gastritis.

Take a manuka honey teaspoon 3 to 4 times per day. You can use honey as a sweetener for
your tea, spread it on toast or simply taste it pure. It is recommended to take a Manuka Honey
teaspoon 30 minutes before meals and before bedtime again to treat the diseases mentioned
above. Once your symptoms have reduced or disappeared you can change the dosage.

Eczema, acne, wounds, infection, burns, ringworm and other skin diseases

You can use Manuka Honey topically in the treatment of skin diseases and wounds. The
Manuka Honey should be applied directly to the affected area. Then you can cover it with a
bandage. It can also be used for acne or eczema, but keep in mind that honey is a very sticky
fluid.

Eye or ear infections

Add a teaspoon of Manuka Honey tea in a cup of warm water. Using an eyedropper, drop the
liquid solution in your ear or eye. Repeat the process daily until the symptoms disappear.

Nasal infections

Add a teaspoon of Manuka Honey tea in a cup of warm water. Use an inhaler. Repeat daily
until the symptoms disappear. The popularity of Manuka Honey in wound care is growing
around the world where it is often used when traditional methods fail to heal wounds and
persistent infections. Manuka Honey is effective against bacteria (antibiotic-resistant) such as
MRSA and VRE. It also heals the wounds and eliminates persistent infections. Even if a wound
is not infected Manuka Honey is still the best thing to use.

The Manuka Honey acts on bacterias that are responsible for sore throat and tonsillitis; its
properties neutralize free radicals responsible for the aging of cells. The anti-inflammatory
qualities are efficient since it acts against the pain in the eyes, nose and ears, to sunburn,
ringworm and acne. Remember that it is always recommended to consult a doctor and ask him
about the use of the product.

All medicinal and therapeutic properties previously mentioned are scientifically proven.

Manuka Honey is produced in New Zealand and Australia. The antibacterial activity of Manuka
Honey is known as Original Manuka Factor, which is a way to measure the ability to kill
bacteria and viruses. Scientific research has proved that it is responsible for the active
methylglyoxal (MGO). MGO is a component that appears in plants, animals and humans from
the presence of glucose and is produced to ensure that the cells are healthy. Manuka Honey
contains a special active.

The Professor Dr. Thomas Henle (University of Dresden, Germany), said in 2008 that "research
shows that methylglyoxal is directly responsible for the antibacterial activity of Manuka
Honey".
Samples of 60 types of Manuka honey were tested by Dr. Thomas and his team. The
concentrations of methylglyoxal in this type of honey vary between 189-835 mg/kg of honey.
The minimum bactericidal activity is 100 mg/kg - a symbolic concentration that you can also
find in chocolate and coffee. A honey with 400 mg of this compound shows a powerful
property against bacteria and several types of virus.

Molecules of this substance also showed high activity against streptococcus bacteria.
Staphylococci live on our skin and nose without causing any kind of problem, the only problem
occurs when the immune system is weakened. At that time, they can cause infections on the
skin, and it can be lethal for immunocompromised individuals. Staphylococcus aureus is a
bacterium such, resistant to various antibiotics such as methicillin and is considered
pathogenic. People who take antibiotics too often are susceptible to this kind of problem.
Molecules methylglyoxal demonstrated efficacy against bacteria such as H. pylori (which
causes intestinal ulcers), and E. coli resistant to other drugs. Studies have shown that a
pretreatment with this substance prevented gastric damage in rats which were administered
with caustic harassing mucous membranes of the stomach, causing so-called peptic ulcers -
sores in the lining of the esophagus, the stomach and duodenum.

The methylglyoxal is a compound naturally formed from manuka blossom, which is collected
by bees and transferred to honey, being stable, resistant to light and heat.
All honey has some antibacterial quality, thanks to the formation of hydrogen peroxide;
however, it rapidly dissolves on contact with the human body, which does not occur with
methylglyoxal.
In the following table you can see the relationship of methylglyoxal levels and their benefits:
Methylglyoxal ACTIVE MANUKA HONEY BENEFITS
30 +> Not relevant levels of activity 5+>
100+ Some level of activity, as the general well-being 10+
250+ Useful bactericidal activity for disease prevention and wellness 15+
400+ Active methylglyoxal used in digestive diseases 20+
550+ Higher activity of methylglyoxal used for topical application 25+

Manuka Honey is useful as an antibacterial ointment and antiseptic of cuts, dermatitis, burns
and insect bites if you apply it topically. When administered orally, the natural probiotic
properties manifest themselves, their carbohydrates act in the small and large intestines,
stimulate the proliferation of unhealthy bacteria cleaning toxins, preventing diseases such as
ulcerative colitis, irritable bowel syndrome, Crohn's disease and even cancer.
Taking the Manuka Honey daily is an excellent form of treatment. Manuka flower pollen is also
very rich in essential vitamins and minerals to health and can be consumed in the morning.
Rickets is a disease caused by lack of vitamin D in the body, which reduces calcium absorption
and the organism's development during childhood: honey can provide nutrients to combat
this.

What can be treated with Manuka Honey?

Stomach ulcers, sore throat pain, acid reflux, irritable bowel syndrome, ulcerative colitis,
gastritis ... Take a manuka honey teaspoon 3 to 4 times per day. You can use honey as a
sweetener for your tea, spread it on toast or simply taste it pure. It is recommended to take a
Manuka Honey teaspoon 30 minutes before meals and before bedtime again to treat the
diseases mentioned above. When symptoms are reduced, you can take a teaspoon a day for
maintenance. Eczema, acne, wounds, infection, burns, ringworm and other skin diseases... You
can use Manuka Honey topically in the treatment of skin diseases and wounds. The Manuka
Honey should be applied directly to the affected area. Then you can cover it with a bandage. It
can also be used for acne or eczema, but keep in mind that honey is very sticky. Eye infections
or ear Add a teaspoon of Manuka Honey tea in a cup of warm water. Using an eyedropper,
drop the liquid solution in your ear or eye. Repeat the process daily until the symptoms
disappear. Nasal infections Add a teaspoon of Manuka Honey tea in a cup of warm water. Use
an inhaler. Repeat daily until the symptoms disappear. The popularity of Manuka Honey in
wound care is growing around the world where it is often used when traditional methods fail
to heal wounds and persistent infections. Manuka Honey is effective against bacteria
(antibiotic-resistant) such as MRSA and VRE. It also heals the wounds and eliminates persistent
infections. Even if a wound is not infected Manuka Honey is still the best thing to use.

The Manuka Honey acts on bacteria responsible for a sore throat and tonsillitis; its properties
neutralize free radicals responsible for the aging of cells. The anti-inflammatory qualities are
efficient since it acts against the pain in the eyes, nose and ears, to sunburn, ringworm and
acne. Remember that it is always recommended to consult a doctor and ask him about the use
of the product.

O mel de Manuka é originário da flor de Manuka, encontrada na Nova Zelândia

e na Austrália. Todos os tipos de mel são benéficos para a saúde humana por
conterem peróxido de hidrogênio, mas o mel de Manuka contém um ativo
especial. A atividade antibacteriana do mel de Manuka é conhecida há muito
tempo como Fator Original Manuka (UMF na sigla em inglês), que é uma
maneira de medir a sua capacidade de matar bactérias e vírus. Pesquisas
científicas provaram que o responsável por isso é o ativo metilglioxal (MGO).
Ele é um componente que surge no organismo de plantas, animais e seres
humanos a partir da presença de glicose e é produzido para garantir a saúde
das células.

O Professor Dr. Thomas Henle, da Universidade de Dresden, na Alemanha,

disse, em 2008, que "pesquisas demonstram, sem qualquer sinal de
ambiguidade, que o metilglioxal é diretamente responsável pela atividade
antibacteriana do mel de Manuka".

Amostras de 60 tipos de mel Manuka foram testadas pelo Prof. Henle e sua
equipe. As concentrações de metilglioxal nesse tipo de mel variam de 189 a
835 mg/kg de mel. O valor mínimo para atividade bactericida é de 100 mg/kg -
concentração simbólica presente também no chocolate e café. Quando possui
quantidades acima de 400 mg, é comprovadamente um poderoso agente
contra bactérias e vírusimunes a antibióticos clássicos.

Moléculas dessas substâncias demonstraram alta atividade contra bactérias do

tipoestreptococo. Esse tipo e os estafilococos vivem em nossa pele e nariz sem
causarem qualquer tipo de problema, o único porém ocorre quando o sistema
imunológico se encontra debilitado, momento em que elas podem causar
infecções na pele e, em indivíduos de imunidade realmente comprometida,
podem ser letais. A Staphylococcus aureus é uma bactéria desse
tipo, resistente a vários antibióticos como a meticilina, sendo considerada
um superpatogênico. Pessoas que tomam antibióticos com muita frequência e
de maneira errada são suscetíveis a esse tipo de mal.

Moléculas de metilglioxal demonstraram eficácia contra bactérias do

tipoestreptococos, como H. pylori (causadora de úlceras intestinais), E. coli e
outras resistentes a remédios. Estudos demonstraram que um pré-
tratamento com a substância preveniu danos gástricos em ratos que foram
administrados com agentes cáusticos que molestam as mucosas do estômago,
causando as chamadas úlceras pépticas - feridas no revestimento interno do
esôfago, estômago e no duodeno.

O metilglioxal é um composto formado naturalmente no néctar da flor de

Manuka, que é coletado pelas abelhas, sendo transferido para o mel, ficando
estável, resistente à luz e ao calor, e às atividades enzimáticas e fluídos
corporais, como nossa saliva e suco gástrico.

Todo mel possui alguma qualidade bactericida, graças à formação de peróxido

de hidrogênio; no entanto, rapidamente se dissolve ao entrar em contato com o
organismo humano, o que não ocorre com o metilglioxal.
Na tabela a seguir, podemos ver a relação dos níveis de metilglioxal e seus
benefícios:

METILGLIOXAL BENEFÍCIOS DO MEL DE MANUKA ATIVO

30+> Níveis não relevantes de atividade 5+>

Algum nível de atividade, utilizado para o bem-estar

100+ geral 10+

Atividade bactericida útil para prevenção de doenças e

250+ bem-estar 15+

400+ Metilglioxal ativo usado em moléstias digestivas 20+

Atividade superior do metilglioxal usada para aplicação

550+ tópica 25+

Ele é útil como pomada antibacteriana e antisséptica sobre cortes, dermatites,

queimaduras e picadas de insetos. Esta é sua utilização tópica. Ao ser
administrado via oral, as propriedades probióticas naturais se manifestam, seus
carboidratos atuam nos intestinos grosso e delgado, estimulando a proliferação
de bactérias saudáveis que limpam toxinas, evitando doenças como colite
ulcerativa, síndrome do intestino irritável, doença de Crohn e, em última
instância, o câncer.

Ingerir o mel de manuka diariamente é uma medida excelente. O pólen da flor

Manuka também é muito rico em vitaminas e minerais essenciais à saúde e
pode ser consumido logo pela manhã.

O raquitismo é uma doença provocada pela falta de vitamina D no organismo, o

que compromete a absorção de cálcio e o desenvolvimento do organismo
durante a infância fica prejudicado: o mel pode fornecer nutrientes para
combater isso. Auxilia também em cicatrizações e, até mesmo, em dores de
garganta.

Cava-cava

O povo Maori, nativo da Nova Zelândia, valoriza muito seus recursos naturais
preciosos; ao contrário de seu país vizinho, a Austrália, eles têm florestas
exuberantes sem tantos animais peçonhentos e perigosos. E por lá, outro
recurso natural muito benéfico e fácil de ser encontrado é a folha kava, ou
cava-cava (Piper methysticum).

Os povos nativos utilizavam uma bebida feita a partir dela, que hoje pode ser
encontrada em cápsulas. É um bom ansiolítico (diminuidor de ansiedade) com
efeitos benéficos desde as primeiras administrações. Fornece alívio para um
amplo espectro de tensões, desde insônia causada por episódios isolados de
estresse até o Transtorno de Ansiedade Generalizada (TAG), que é um estado
nervoso crônico. A parte utilizada da planta é o rizoma ou as raízes
desidratadas. Graças a estudos como os realizados na Universidade de
Melbourne, ficou comprovada sua eficiência tal qual a de remédios
benzodiazepínicos (a maioria dos encontrados no mercado), pois seu
composto ativo é o ácido benzoico. A vantagem é que ela não apresenta os
efeitos colaterais típicos ou risco de dependência. Os únicos problemas com
relação a ela se referem à hiperdosagem.

Assim como o mel de Manuka, a folha de cava-cava é um bom cicatrizante e

pode ser usada diretamente sobre ferimentos.
Em resumo, o mel de Manuka age sobre as bactérias responsáveis pelas dores
de garganta e amigdalite; suas propriedades neutralizam radicais livres, os
responsáveis pelo envelhecimento das células. As qualidades anti-inflamatórias
são eficientes desde sua ação contra dores nos olhos, nariz e ouvidos, até
queimaduras de sol, micose e acne. Vale lembrar que é sempre recomendável
consultar um médico e questioná-lo sobre o uso do produto.