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General Mānuka Honey Information

What is Mānuka honey?

Mānuka honey is a dark, rich, creamy honey that is produced when bees collect nectar from the flowers of the Mānuka tea tree. It contains unique antioxidants, prebiotics and an antibacterial compound called methylglyoxal (MGO) that are all naturally

What does MGO mean?

Methylglyoxal (MGO) is the unique, naturally occurring antibacterial compound in Mānuka honey. A higher MGO value indicates higher antibacterial activity, it also indicates higher levels of other active, beneficial compounds in the Mānuka honey. Payi

What are the benefits of Mānuka honey?

Mānuka honey contains a wide range of nutrients to help maintain daily wellness and vitality, and support optimal digestive and immune health. Rich in naturally beneficial compounds, Mānuka honey is not only a one-of-a-kind sensory experience but als

How is Mānuka honey different to local honey?

Mānuka honey is extremely different from regular/local honey as it has over 2,000 unique compounds, far more than any other nectar type. Many of these compounds are highly bioactive and unique to Mānuka (think MGO!). This is why we call it Honey With

Why is Mānuka more expensive than regular/local honey?

Mānuka is a rare honey variety produced only in New Zealand with unique beneficial compounds not found in regular/local honey. It is highly superior to regular highly processed honey found in your local grocery store. Most regular honey in grocery st

I am allergic to bee stings, will I be allergic to honey?

Mānuka honey may have traces of propolis, however it doesn't usually contain bee venom. Given your allergies, we would recommend exercising caution and seeking professional medical advice before consuming this product.