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August 06, 2007 - Throughout the centuries, honey has been used as a wound dressing and other forms of medical treatment. Recent studies are further confirming the medicinal value and healing properties it possesses. There are 3 ingredients in honey that make it ideal as a healing compound. Many types of honey are found to be high in hydrogen peroxide, which is used to disinfect cuts and scrapes. In addition to this disinfecting ability, the high sugar content in honey is great for absorbing the moisture inside wounds. This makes it virtually impossible for bacteria to exist. There is also propolis, a compound found in the nectar of some honey, which can actually kill bacteria. Scientists have been researching honey for years and have recently discovered that honey effectively kills all seven types of bacteria that can cause wound infection.
Researchers have also recently discovered that a certain type of honey, indigenous to New Zealand called "Manuka Honey" has been found to kill the bacteria that forms in wounds. UMF (Unique Manuka Factor) is an antibacterial property (a phytochemcial-derived) found in some strains of manuka honey. UMF activity can exist in addition to the antibacterial properties of hydrogen peroxide. These two properties together have a synergistic effect enhancing their effectiveness. It is so powerful that scientific studies have shown the anti-bacterial activity of UMF active Manuka honey to be more than 100 fold stronger compared to other honey. It even has the ability to kill antibiotic resistant strains of bacteria. The benefits of Manuka Honey are turning heads within the medical community and are being used successfully in clinical trials all over the world.
"Manuka Honey has a unique antimicrobial, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, antiviral and anti-fungal action," says Frank Buonanotte, CEO of Honeymark International. "This action is stronger than in other types of honey, and is unique to Manuka Honey. The benefits of utilizing organic Manuka Honey as a healing agent is that it's all natural, there are no known side effects, it speeds the healing process, eliminates bacteria, minimizes scar tissue and in most cases is more effective in treating certain medical symptoms than antibiotics or other traditional forms of medicine. That's why we use it as a main ingredient in all of products." For more information, go to www.BenefitOfManukaHoney.com or to purchase health care products containing Manuka Honey, go to www.HoneymarkProducts.com.
