Jul 22 2010

Natural Healing – Bees and Manuka Honey

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Jewel Akens sings about the birds and the bees, but were you aware that bees are remarkably becoming a great natural healing source of the 21st Century? Manuka honey comes from the manuka bush (also known as the “Tea Tree”), which is indigenous to New Zealand and Australia – but what makes it so special?

“There are many different types of honey; the difference has to do with the floral source,” says Frank Buonanotte, CEO of HoneyMark (premiere manufacturer of manuka honey products), “All honey has some medicinal value primarily because of natural hydrogen peroxide (found in most honeys).” Buonanotte explained the antibacterial value of manuka’s natural healing properties and what sets this honey apart from others, “(Manuka honey) is formed from the flowers that procure the nectar that has more healing properties than traditional honey. A special molecule known as the UMF (Unique Manuka Factor) is what some scientists believe are synergistic in treating certain health symptoms.”

Buonanotte detailed why this natural healing agent is so effective at fighting infections like MRSA (Methicillin resistant Staphylococcus aureus), “The reason why bacteria has not become resistant to Manuka honey is (because) it has the ability to draw water out of the bacterial material by process of osmosis.” This, he says is what makes bacteria like MRSA impossible to survive.

With no known side effects, natural healing therapies like Manuka honey may prove to be an essential health and smart nutrition product for today’s natural healing and wellness seekers. Buonanotte said that manuka honey has been used internally, “Documented evidence shows that (Manuka honey) is effective in treating stomach ulcers, gum disease, sore throat and a variety of other health conditions.”

Laboratory studies have found that this natural healing honey contains a wide assortment of naturally healthy ingredients. “In addition to antibacterial properties,” says Buonanotte, “(Manuka honey) has antiviral, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic and antifungal properties.”

Currently, natural healing manuka honey is imported from New Zealand (and Australia), where it is can be used as a nutritional food source; or facilitated in creams, lotions, shampoos, conditioners, moisturizers, liquid hand soap, as well as antiseptic sprays, and sterile wound dressings.

In these exciting times, natural healing manuka honey is also gaining positive reaction. Buonanatte added, “I have read that hospitals in England are starting to catch on; and have a growing interest in Manuka honey and are beginning to use it.”

Does manuka honey hold the natural healing secret to unlocking cures to common staph infections, and other health problems? Research* has shown that manuka honey’s superior antimicrobial properties have proven efficacy on wound healing, and suggest that its natural healing therapeutic role could advance the treatment of gingivitis and periodontal disease, among others.

Today’s natural healing therapies continue to inspire and amaze both patients and conventional medical doctors – and the more we learn about manuka honey and other natural healing substances, chances are that we may one day live in a healthier, more natural world.

If you would like to learn more about manuka honey or manuka honey products, feel free to discover the value of this natural healing substance at www.honeymarkproducts.com

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*Source: PMID: 15125017 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE]

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Jun 17 2010

Using Manuka Honey as a Natural Healing Agent

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Scientists and chemists have combed the far reaches of the earth in search of natural ingredients that can be used for medicinal purposes.  One of the more recent discoveries is that of a unique type of honey that is so effective in treating certain health conditions that it has even outperformed medicine in some cases.  This medical-grade honey is known as bio-active Manuka Honey.
 
Manuka Honey is a premium mono-floral honey produced by bees that feed on the nectar of the flowers that grow on the Manuka bush, which is indigenous to New Zealand.  It has been discovered that honey made from this nectar contains certain plant-derived components that are very effective in treating a wide spectrum of health conditions. 
 
When taken orally, Manuka Honey is effective in treating stomach aches, stomach ulcers, sore throats, acid reflux disease, gastritis, irritable bowel syndrome, cold and flu symptoms, etc.  Manuka Honey can also be used topically on the skin to treat conditions such as acne, wounds, burns, wrinkles, eczema, ringworm and even MRSA Staph infections.
 
Some people are under the misconception that if they consume Manuka Honey by taking it orally, it can be effective in treating some of these topical conditions.  Even though Manuka Honey has many health benefits when ingested, it has to be applied directly to the affected area to work.  For example, to treat an infected wound, Manuka Honey has to come in direct contact with the bacteria that is causing the infection.  Manuka Honey doesn’t work the same way that antibiotics do, so for some uses, Manuka Honey needs to be applied to the skin. 
 
If the idea of putting honey on your skin is not desirable, a Long Island-based manufacturer of skin care products called Honeymark imports Manuka Honey from New Zealand and blends it into their products for a much more user-friendly application.  For example, Manuka Honey is effective in treating Athlete’s Foot.  However, smearing Manuka Honey all over your foot might be somewhat uncomfortable and impractical.  Honeymark’s Anti-Fungal Solution contains Manuka Honey but is a liquid-based product so that it can be easily applied to the skin, without the sticky mess. 
 
“Using honey as a medicine is no longer considered a home remedy,” says Frank Buonanotte, CEO of Honeymark International.  “Even though honey has been used for medical purposes in many cultures for thousands of years, Manuka Honey from New Zealand has been found to have additional healing properties not found in other types of honey, making it a viable treatment alternative to expensive, and in some cases, ineffective medication.”
 
Honeymark plans to increase its line of Manuka Honey skin care products in the first quarter of 2009.  Such new products will include a Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Wash and Moisturizing Hand and Body Lotion, all of which will contain Manuka Honey.  Honeymark also plans on releasing their own brand of pure Manuka Honey for consumers interested in utilizing Manuka Honey for internal purposes.
 
For more information or to purchase Manuka Honey or Honeymark’s Manuka Honey skin care products, call 1-866-427-7329 or visit www.HoneymarkProducts.com.

Honeymark manufactures high-end skin care products containing active Manuka Honey as a natural healing agent.

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Jun 10 2010

Buying Manuka Honey in the U.S

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Manuka Honey is becoming a well-recognized health remedy in the U.S. market and all over the world.  In the quiet, pollution-free countryside of New Zealand, hardworking honeybees gather nectar from a very special flower that grows on a native bush called the Manuka Tea Tree (also known as Leptospermum scoparium).  It is this nectar that contains molecules that many believe holds the key to healing many different illnesses.  Most recently, Manuka Honey has been gaining worldwide recognition for its ability to eradicate the MRSA bacterium that is responsible for causing life threatening Staph infections that are otherwise impervious to antibiotics.  The resilient superbugs associated with MRSA are no match for the potent antibacterial properties of Manuka Honey.

Manuka Honey gets its antibacterial properties from 4 main components.  It’s osmolarity in effect dehydrates infectious microorganisms by drawing moisture out of bacterial cells.  Manuka Honey is also very acidic with pH levels not conducive for bacterial growth.  Like other types of honey, Manuka Honey also contains low levels of hydrogen peroxide which is a known antiseptic.  What makes Manuka Honey different than other types of honey are the plant-derived floral components that are present, such as methylglyoxal and a not yet recognized compound that has become known as the Unique Manuka Factor or UMF.  These floral nectar components contribute greatly to its antibacterial activity.

In addition to its powerful antibacterial properties, Manuka Honey is also considered to be antimicrobial, anti-fungal, antiviral and anti-parasitic.  Since most health conditions are cause by some sort of bacteria, virus, fungus or parasite, Manuka Honey is being recognized as a viable treatment option for many conditions that don’t respond well to traditional forms of medication.  When taken orally, Manuka Honey is effective in treating sore throats, strep throat, stomach aches, stomach ulcers, acid reflux disease, gastritis, irritable bowel syndrome, gastro-intestinal disorders, cold and flu symptoms, etc.  When used topically on the skin, Manuka Honey is effective in treating infected wounds, burns, acne, eczema, ringworm and a variety of other conditions.

Since its origin is New Zealand, Manuka Honey can be somewhat hard to come by.  Shipping costs from New Zealand to the U.S. can sometimes exceed the amount of the honey itself.  However, now U.S. consumers can purchase Honeymark brand Manuka Honey more conveniently. Honeymark’s Manuka Honey is certified by the Active Manuka Honey Association in New Zealand to be active UMF 16+ which is a potent medical-grade honey.  Consumers should beware of other companies that sell less potent Manuka Honey for a discounted price.  Manuka Honey that is not bioactive does not contain enough antimicrobial properties necessary for medicinal use.  Honeymark assures their customers that their Manuka Honey is of medical grade.

Honeymark International is known for manufacturing quality skin care products that contain active Manuka Honey as a natural healing agent. Honeymark’s skin care products are not sticky and offer the same benefits of Manuka Honey without the sticky mess. When used for internal purposes, Manuka Honey usually outperforms most medicines, with of course, a much more pleasant flavor.  If you’re having difficulty getting your children to take medicine when they’re sick, Manuka Honey may be an easier choice.  And Manuka Honey is a natural product, it has also been found to have no known side effects.

“Manuka Honey has become an extremely important resource and valuable commodity,” says Frank Buonanotte, CEO of Honeymark International.  “As word continues to spread about the healing ability of this premium honey, it will become viewed more as a natural treatment alternative to pharmaceutical medication.”  Honeymark plans to continue to expand its range of Manuka honey-based products to include a Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Wash, Lip Balm, Foaming Cleanser and Moisturizer.  Customers can expect to see these new products later this year.

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

Honeymark manufactures health care and cosmetic products containing Manuka Honey.

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Mar 27 2010

Manuka Honey Available in the Usa

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Manuka Honey’s international notoriety stems from its ability to treat a wide spectrum of health conditions both internally and topically on the skin.  When taken orally, Manuka Honey has been proven to be effective in treating conditions such as acid reflux disease, gastritis, irritable bowel syndrome, stomach ulcers, gum disease, etc.  Manuka Honey has also been effective in treating a wide range of skin conditions such as eczema, acne, infected wounds, burns, ringworm, etc.

Manuka Honey is considered to be antimicrobial, which means it is effective in destroying microorganisms that are responsible for causing bacterial, viral and fungal infections.  Since most health conditions are caused by these unwanted microbes, Manuka Honey’s ability to destroy them has attracted the attention of doctors and other medical professionals around the world.  Manuka Honey is even efficacious enough to eradicate MRSA and other antibiotic-resistant strains of bacteria.  Since antibiotics have proven to be relatively ineffective in treating Staph infections, the use of Manuka Honey is now being considered a viable treatment alternative.  This is being recognized as a major breakthrough in the medical industry.

In addition to its medicinal qualities, Manuka Honey is also drawing attention to itself as a cosmetic ingredient.  Manuka Honey has a hydrating and rejuvenating effect on the skin.  It also has the ability to increases skin elasticity and collagen production.  As a result, Manuka Honey has become recognized as an excellent anti-wrinkle solution.  It has other impressive skin care applications in terms of a cleansing agent for clearing acne and other unsightly blemishes.  Its antibacterial properties eliminate infections that cause red marks, boils and pimples.

It’s not the bees in New Zealand that are so special, rather than the flowers where they collect the nectar to make the honey.  The Manuka bush grows beautiful white and pink flowers that contain this unique nectar with unusually potent healing properties.  Honeybees use this nectar to produce Manuka Honey.  Bee farmers in New Zealand put their hives within close proximity to Manuka trees so that the bees only use its nectar to manufacture their honey.

Unfortunately, Manuka Honey is somewhat hard to come by.  Shipping costs from New Zealand to the U.S. can be more than the honey itself.  However, a New York-based company called Honeymark has developed a line of skin care products containing Manuka Honey as a main ingredient.  Their creams and lotions also takes the sticky mess out of applying Manuka Honey directly to the skin.

“In many cases, active Manuka Honey has proven to be more effective than traditional forms of medicine,” says Frank Buonanotte, CEO of Honeymark International.  “At a time when consumers are becoming more confident in the use of natural and cosmeceutical products, Manuka Honey offers the peace of mind of having no negative side effects.  Even medical doctors who are usually more in favor of pharmaceuticals have become impress with the amazing healing benefits of Manuka Honey.”

For more information or to purchase Manuka Honey products, call 1-866-427-7329 or visit www.HoneymarkProducts.com.

Honeymark manufactures skin care and cosmetic products containing Manuka Honey.

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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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