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Why UMF™ Certification of Mānuka Honey is Crucial for Consumer Health
December 2, 2024
Why UMF™ Certification of Mānuka Honey is Crucial for Consumer Health Mānuka honey, renowned for its unique health benefits, has become a sought-after product worldwide. However, not all Mānuka honey is created equal with some being a natural health food and the rest just a delicious honey. The Unique Mānuka Factor (UMF™) certification is a…
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Meet the Beekeepers behind Mānuka Honey Benefits
NZ Herald and Shayne Currie • November 22, 2024
Excerpts from NZ Herald article on 22 November 2024. Click here for full article. High on a Northland hill, editor at large Shayne Currie meets a fourth-generation beekeeper and tastes, literally, the sweet success of a prized New Zealand export. The bees, thousands of the little blighters, noisily swarm their hives, abuzz in…
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World Mānuka Honey Day: Celebrating a Unique Superfood
November 2, 2024
November 4 marks World Mānuka Honey Day, celebrating the journey of mānuka from traditional Māori remedy to a research-backed superfood renowned for its remarkable health benefits. What makes mānuka honey so deserving of its own global celebration? On November 4, the world will celebrate the second annual World Mānuka Honey Day, shining a spotlight on…
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Manuka Honey: Are Its ‘Healing Properties’ Legit Or A Waste Of Money?
November 20, 2024
If your social feeds are suddenly jam-packed with recommendations about manuka honey, welcome to the buzz. Long a favorite in natural food and wellness circles, this New Zealand export has now risen to the status of “pricey, but worth it” for many health-conscious folks. It’s also a favorite product for Instagrammers and TikTokers who tout its antibacterial, antioxidant and…
Manuka Honey Bioactivity
What is the Best Manuka Honey?
UMF Honey Association • September 17, 2024
As the fall or autumn arrives in the Northern Hemisphere thoughts turn to making sure we are all fit and well and ready to take on all that the winter has to throw at us. As part of a well-balanced daily routine to be at your best for the next six months add up to a…
New Research
New Zealand Manuka Honey: A Promising Natural Approach in Breast Cancer Research
August 23, 2024
Well known natural health food, Manuka honey, a unique New Zealand variety known for its potent antimicrobial and antioxidant properties, is gaining attention for potential future applications in breast cancer prevention and treatment. Recent research from the UCLA Health Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center suggests that Manuka honey could be an effective, natural alternative option for…
Antioxidant
The Unique Antioxidant Qualities of Manuka Honey: New Zealand’s Natural Marvel
August 23, 2024
Manuka honey, a distinctive variety of honey from New Zealand, has gained worldwide recognition for its unique properties. Produced by bees that pollinate the Manuka tree (Leptospermum scoparium), this honey is rich in natural compounds, particularly polyphenols and flavonoids, which contribute to its exceptional characteristics. What Makes Polyphenols and Flavonoids Special? Polyphenols are naturally occurring…
Embracing Matariki: Celebrating Māori Culture and New Zealand’s Heritage
June 25, 2024
‘Matariki ahunga nui’ (Matariki provider of plentiful food). This Māori whakataukī (proverb) stems from the association of Matariki with crops and a bountiful harvest. New Zealand’s native mānuka tree and mānuka honey are part of the rich cultural tapestry of New Zealand-Aotearoa (Aotearoa is the Māori name for New Zealand). One of the most important…
