Aug 26 2010

Destroying the Mrsa Super-bug With Manuka Honey

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Recent studies show an increase in bacterial infections that are resistant to antibiotics. In order to combat these new strains, medical professionals are resorting to the use of Manuka Honey as a viable alternative to traditional forms of medicine. Used for medical purposes thousands of years ago, the antibacterial and antimicrobial properties of honey have been rediscovered by the medical profession where conventional drugs have been found ineffective. In addition to having antibacterial and antimicrobial properties, Manuka Honey has been known to have anti-fungal properties and anti-inflammatory properties as well, making it an extremely valuable resource.

Not all honey is the same as Dioscorides and Aristotle discovered thousands of years ago. In the wake of all the reported staph infections, scientists have been researching the antimicrobial properties of Manuka Honey against MRSA which is a bacteria that is resistant to antibiotics. Even though regular honey contains some level of antibacterial activity, only Manuka Honey is powerful enough to destroy antibiotic-resistant strains of bacteria such as MRSA. Manuka Honey comes from the hives of honeybees that gather nectar from the flowers of the manuka bush (Leptospermum scoparium) which grows wild throughout New Zealand. Manuka Honey has been tested for antibacterial activity and contains a property found only in honey made from the Leptospermum plants. This property is called the “unique manuka factor” (UMF) which produces a more potent antibacterial action. This property also makes Manuka Honey more stable and active in all situations, unlike other types of honey which loses its effectiveness under certain conditions, such as being exposed to heat or light.

Manuka Honey has been used successfully in wound dressings and is now being used by a company called Honeymark as a main ingredient in their health care products. Honeymark has recently hired BioScreen, a laboratory in California to conduct third-part product testing to certify their products’ effectiveness in destroying MRSA. “As a wound dressing, Active UMF Manuka Honey reduces inflammation, swelling and pain quickly,” says Frank Buonanotte, CEO of Honeymark International. “This healing occurs much faster in conditions where standard antibiotic and antiseptic treatment was not working. In addition to quickening the healing process, another benefit of using Manuka Honey on wounds is that it doesn’t cause tissue damage or scaring as other antiseptics do.”

There are many reports of Staph infections being completely inhibited by Manuka Honey. Manuka Honey is also an antioxidant, containing flavanoids with anti-carcinogenic properties. It’s important to note that these properties do not exist in other types of honey. Honeymark uses Active Manuka Honey with a UMF rating of 10+ to ensure its effectiveness, says Buonanotte.

In addition to being extremely effective in treating infected wounds, Manuka Honey has also been used for other health conditions such as ring worm, athlete’s foot, burns, arthritis, eczema and other forms of dermatitis. For more information or to purchase Manuka Honey products, call 1-866-427-7329 or visit www.HoneymarkProducts.com.

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Jul 15 2010

Mrsa Treatment With Manuka Honey

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As data on the prevalence of MRSA continues to mount, hospitals are taking an aggressive approach in preventing the spread of this resilient infection.  Statistics indicate that about 2 million patients develop infections while being treated in the hospital every year and 100,000 of them die from the infection. 

According to the Center for Disease Control, the proportion of infections that are antimicrobial-resistant has been growing each year.  In 1974, MRSA infections accounted for 2% of the total number of staph infections; in 1995 it was 22% and in 2004 it was 63%.  In fact, a report issued by the Association for Professionals in Infection Control found that MRSA infections are 8.6 times more prevalent than previous estimates and that the antibiotic-resistant bacteria is found in all wards throughout most hospitals.

 Studies show that 30-50% of the population carry MRSA on their bodies.  The fact is, MRSA can coexist on the surface of the skin very harmoniously without causing any significant health complications.  It’s only when the bacteria penetrates the skin by way of a wound or puncture where it can become harmful.  

Despite the grim reality of MRSA infecting our communities, there is a viable treatment solution.  A special type of honey found in New Zealand and certain parts of Australia has proven to be effective in destroying this resilient bacterium.  It’s not so much the bees in this region that are special, rather than the flowers that grow on the Manuka bush.  These flowers produce a unique nectar that contains extraordinary antibacterial properties.  The bees use this nectar to create what has become known as Manuka Honey.  

It has been discovered that Manuka Honey contains healing properties not found in other types of honey.  Manuka Honey destroys MRSA by drawing moisture out of the bacterial cell, making it impossible for them to survive.  This is very similar to what happens when you pour salt on a slug.  

Honey is one of the only substances in the world that does not expire.  Food spoil when bacteria begins to form on it.  However, bacteria cannot survive in honey.  Honey discovered in ancient Egyptian tombs that were preserved for over 4,000 years has even been found to be suitable for consumption.  The absence of bacteria in honey is mostly due to the presence of hydrogen peroxide.  In fact, before antibiotics were invented, honey was commonly used for medical purposes, particularly for dressing wounds.  

A rating system administered by the Active Manuka Honey Association in New Zealand calculates the potency of Manuka Honey on a scale from 0-30.  It is generally accepted that Manuka Honey with a UMF rating of 10 or higher is considered active and suitable for therapeutic use.  The higher the UMF rating, the higher the antibacterial activity.  However, patients have reported sensitivity to Manuka Honey with extraordinarily high UMF ratings (i.e. UMF 20-30).  Even UMF 10 Manuka Honey is potent enough to kill MRSA and heal Staph infections.  

When examined under a microscope, it has been discovered that MRSA cells form a septum down the middle, dividing the cell into two separate cells.  This happens every 30 minutes.  However, Manuka Honey has been found to interfere with the cell division cycle, stopping it dead in its tracks.  This has now been considered a major breakthrough in the medical industry.

In summation, active Manuka Honey is one of the only natural substances in the world that is capable of efficiently destroying MRSA and other antibiotic-resistant bacteria.  As a result, Manuka Honey is now being used as a main ingredient in antiseptic products.  One New York-based manufacturer of skin care products is taking advantage of the natural antimicrobial properties of Manuka Honey.  Honeymark has developed a First Aid Antiseptic Lotion that is effective in treatment MRSA and other bacterial infections.

“Our First Aid Antiseptic Lotion is our best selling product, specifically because of its ability to kill MRSA and heal Staph infections,” says Frank Buonanotte, CEO of Honeymark International.  “With experts predicting that new antibiotic-resistant strains of bacteria will inevitably emerge in the future, Manuka Honey will be considered an extremely valuable resource.”  As a natural ingredient, Manuka Honey has been found to have no negative side effects when used for medicinal purposes.

For more information or to purchase Honeymark’s First Aid Antiseptic Lotion with Manuka Honey, call 1-866-427-7329 or visit www.HoneymarkProducts.com.

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May 20 2010

New Antiseptic Spray With Manuka Honey

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Honeymark’s Antiseptic spray is a non-staining, non-greasy, non-sticky, alcohol-free antiseptic that can be used to relieve pain and prevent infection in wounds, scrapes and burns.

With cases of antibiotic-resistant strains of bacteria (such as MRSA) on the rise, keeping skin free of harmful germs is an increasingly growing concern.  MRSA bacterial cells don’t need a wound to penetrate the surface of the skin.  This resilient bacterium can find its way into pores, hair follicles or microscopic cracks to cause a serious and potentially life threatening infection. 

Some antiseptic products contain synthetic ingredients that can damage the skin as a result of regular and continuous use.  Most hand gels and soaps contain alcohol which can dry the skin and crack it which gives germs an opportunity to get below the surface of the skin where they can cause infection.  However, Honeymark’s Antiseptic Spray utilizes Manuka Honey as a natural antimicrobial agent.  Manuka Honey is a safe, natural ingredient that has been found to have no harmful side effects when used topically on the skin as a healing agent.  Studies have proven that there are no forms of harmful microorganisms that can combat the powerful healing properties of Manuka Honey, whether they be bacterial, viral or fungal.  This product also contains Benzalkonium chloride which is considered one of the safest biocides and has a long history of efficacious use in eradicating bacteria.

Honeymark’s Antiseptic Spray can be used to both heal and prevent infection.  For scrapes and abrasions, it has a lot more of a user-friendly application for covering large portions of the skin apposed to antiseptic creams.  It’s also good for reaching areas often missed by soap and hand gels, such as around jewelry (rings) and under long fingernails.  It’s also a safe “no-touch” first aid treatment rather than having to risk cross-infection if applying an antiseptic to another person.

Honeymark’s Antiseptic Spray is ideal for sports bags, lockers, pocketbooks, satchels, knapsacks or first aid kits.  These days, it’s important to protect yourself from infection as well as preventing yourself from passing infection to the people you touch.  There are many people who unknowingly carry infectious bacteria on their skin that can easily infect other people who may have a break in their skin.  If you’re on the go and there’s no place to wash your hands, one spray of this product forms an instant, protective layer that helps to prevent infection and aids natural healing.

“Manuka Honey has a very soothing effect on the skin,” says Frank Buonanotte, CEO of Honeymark International.  “Its anti-inflammatory properties help relieve pain associated with wounds, burns, insect bites and stings while protecting against harmful bacteria that cause infection.”  Manuka Honey is currently being regarded as one of the only substances in the world that is capable of killing MRSA and healing Staph infections.

The non-aerosol, pump spray is safe for the environment and easy to use. For more information or to purchase Honeymark’s Antiseptic Spray with Manuka Honey, call 1-866-427-7329 or visit www.HoneymarkProducts.com. Honeymark products are not tested on animals.

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May 13 2010

New Alcohol-free Hand Sanitizing Gel With Manuka Honey by Honeymark

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The leader in Manuka Honey skin care products has outdone themselves again by launching a new product that is effective as a preventative measure in the battle against MRSA and other antibiotic-resistant strains of bacteria that cause infection.  Their Hand Sanitizing Gel contains Manuka Honey as an antibacterial agent and is capable of destroying bacteria such as E. coli, Salmonella,  Staphylococcus aureus, VRE, MRSA, etc.  It also contains Benzalkonium chloride which is an FDA approved antiseptic.
 
According to the CDC, bacterial infections account for almost 2 million health complications each year, 100,000 of which are fatal. Most hand gels contain alcohol to kill germs. Alcohol may have the ability to kill germs but it also dries the skin out and cracks it, giving germs the opportunity to get on the inside where they can cause far more harm than on the surface of the skin. Honeymark’s Hand Sanitizing Gel is alcohol-free and kills germs on contact when you don’t have time to wash, leaving hands felling soft, fresh and clean without the need for water.
 
Manuka Honey has an antibacterial activity primarily due to the presence of hydrogen peroxide which is formed in a slow-release manner by the enzyme glucose oxidase. Manuka Honey can be diluted and still destroy bacteria very efficiently. It also contains an additional antibacterial compound found only in honey produced from the Leptospermum plant which is known as the Unique Manuka Factor or UMF.  In addition, Manuka Honey is considered to be antimicrobial which means that it can destroy any infectious microorganisms whether they be bacterial, viral or fungal.
 
“Our Hand Sanitizing Gel is a far more superior product than alcohol-based gels such as Purell,” says Frank Buonanotte, CEO of Honeymark International.  “With the widespread risk of contracting MRSA and experts predicting the emergence of new drug-resistant bacterial strains in the future, this product offers a safe and effective way to protect yourself against infection.”

Honeymark also offers a similar product in the form of an Antiseptic Spray. For more information or to purchase Honeymark’s Hand Sanitizing Gel with Manuka Honey, call 1-866-427-7329 or visit www.HoneymarkProducts.com.

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Mar 20 2010

Manuka Honey as a Natural Alternative to Antibiotics

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Recent studies have shown that a particular type of honey outperforms antibiotics when treating many health complications, both internally and topically on the skin.
 
There is a natural alternative to conventional medicine when treating certain health conditions such as stomach ulcers, acid reflux disease, irritable bowel syndrome, infected wounds, pressure sores, etc.  This natural treatment solution comes in the form of a special type of honey found only in New Zealand called Manuka Honey.
 
Since Manuka Honey contains natural antimicrobial properties, many health conditions caused by harmful microorganisms (bacterial, viral or fungal) can be treated with Manuka Honey.  Since pharmaceuticals are notorious for causing negative side effects, Manuka Honey is being viewed as a safe alternative.  It has been discovered that Manuka Honey contains extremely powerful antibacterial properties that can effectively treat a wide spectrum of health conditions, without any harmful side effects.
 
But don’t be fooled.  Just because Manuka Honey is a natural substance, doesn’t mean it has less healing powers than medicine.  Not only does Manuka Honey work like a medicine in treating certain conditions, in many cases, it seems to work better than antibiotics and shows effectiveness even where traditional forms of medicine have failed.  For example, the resilient antibiotic-resistant suberbugs known as MRSA that are responsible for causing potentially life-threatening Staph infections are no match to the antibacterial action of Manuka Honey.  This unique medical-grade honey goes to work at disabling the dangerous microbes by dehydrating them and preventing them from multiplying.
 
For conditions such as gastrointestinal complications, IBS and H. pylori/stomach ulcers, Manuka Honey can be taken orally.  However, Manuka Honey has many useful topical applications as well.  For example, when applied directly to the skin, Manuka Honey is effective in treating conditions such as acne, burns, wounds, eczema, ringworm and any other bacterial or fungal infection.
 
Medical professionals around the world are beginning to recognize the benefits of using Manuka Honey instead of antibiotics and other medications.  Unlike antibiotics, it’s not crucial to identify the type of bacteria that is causing the infection as Manuka Honey destroys all infectious microorganisms that may be present.  When using antibiotics, the specific infectious bacterium has to be identified in order to determine which antibiotic should be used. 
 
There is also no problem with resistance when using Manuka Honey for medicinal purposes.  When using antibiotics, there is a 50% chance that it won’t work due to bacteria becoming so widely resistant to antibiotics in recent years.  To date, there has been no reports of any bacteria being able to develop a resistance to Manuka Honey.  With experts predicting the emergence of new antibiotic-resistant strains of bacteria in the future, doctors will become more reliant on Manuka Honey’s unparalleled antibacterial properties.
 
Manuka Honey’s ability to eradicate MRSA is now being viewed as a major breakthrough in the health care industry, as reports of Staph infections are running rampant all over the world.  The CDC has recently determined that MRSA now kills more people in the U.S. than AIDS, making it a serious health concern of epidemic proportion.  With antibiotics proving to be relatively useless against MRSA, Manuka Honey’s efficacy is gaining worldwide recognition. 
 
Another benefit of using Manuka Honey for medical purposes is that it tastes better than medicine.  Manuka Honey is also less expensive than most medicine as well.  People all over the world are using Manuka Honey to treat heartburn, ulcers, stomach aches, gastritis and other internal health complications.  For skin care, Manuka Honey must be applied topically and can be used for any kind of wounds, skin ulcers, sores, insect stings/bites, poison ivy/oak, scrapes, acne, eczema, etc.  Even cosmetically, Manuka Honey is being used to reduce wrinkles on the skin.
 
Because of Manuka Honey’s rich, sweet taste, taking it orally is usually not a problem.  However, Manuka Honey can be somewhat of a sticky mess when used on the skin.  A company called Honeymark has developed a line of skin care products containing active Manuka Honey to eliminate this inconvenience. 
 
“Even though it is very effective, using Manuka Honey externally to treat conditions such as eczema, athlete’s foot or any other condition that covers a large portion of the skin can be impractical because of its sticky nature,” says Frank Buonanotte, CEO of Honeymark International.  “That’s why our customers prefer using our Manuka Honey skin care products over pure Manuka Honey.  Our products offer all of the same benefits to using Manuka Honey without the sticky mess.” 
 
It’s important to know that Manuka Honey can be diluted 100 fold and still be effective as a natural healing agent.  Therefore, using Manuka Honey as a main ingredient in liquid-based or cream-based products presents no threat of it losing its potency.  For internal purposes, Buonanotte recommends taking pure Manuka Honey orally, as long as it’s a medical-grade active Manuka Honey (UMF 10 or higher).  For external purposes, Honeymark’s Manuka Honey skin care products are user friendly with a much more desirable application.

For more information or to purchase Manuka Honey and Honeymark’s Manuka Honey skin care products, call 1-866-427-7329 or visit www.HoneymarkProducts.com.

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