Manukka Mgo 550+250g

Manuka Honey Manuka honey is produced in New Zealand by bees that pollinate the native Manuka bush. Advocates say it treats wound infections and other conditions. WebMD takes a look at what the science says about using Manuka honey as a medicine. Healing Power of Honey Honey has been used since ancient times to treat multiple conditions. It wasn't until the late 19th century that researchers discovered that honey has natural qualities. Honey protects against damage caused by . Some honey also stimulates production of special cells that can repair tissue damaged by . In addition, honey has an anti-inflammatory action that can quickly reduce pain and inflammation once it is applied. But not all honey is the same. The quality of honey depends on the type of honey as well as when and how it's harvested. Some kinds of honey may be 100 times more potent than others. Components of Manuka Honey Hydrogen peroxide is a component of honey. It gives most honey its quality. But some types of honey, including manuka honey, also have other components with qualities. The major component in manuka honey is methylglyoxal (MG). MG is a compound found in most types of honey, but usually only in small quantities. In manuka honey, MG comes from the conversion of another compound -- dihydroxyacetone -- that is found in high concentration in the nectar of manuka flowers. MG is thought to give manuka honey its power. The higher the concentration of MG, the stronger the effect.