Eastport, NY -- (SBWire) -- 07/26/2010 -- This honey contains antibacterial and anti-fungal properties, more so than any other type of honey. Many have claimed that it helps certain conditions such as eczema, acne, ulcers, IBS and even acid reflux disease. Only active Manuka honey should be used for medicinal purposes with a UMF rating of 10 or higher. The higher the UMF, the better the antibacterial potency. Manuka Honey UMF 16 is most desirable. Manuka Honey that is more potent than UMF 20 can be overly potent. Manuka Honey less than UMF 10 is inactive and should only be used as a sweetener or for food purposes.
Stomach Ulcers, Strep Throat, Acid Reflux, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Ulcerative Colitis, Gastritis and Other Internal Conditions
You will need to take the honey internally a 3-4 times per day. You can put a teaspoon in your tea, spread it on toast or just swallow a teaspoon of it. It is recommended to take a teaspoon of Manuka Honey about 30 minutes before meals and again before bedtime for internal conditions. Once symptoms are reduced, you can take one teaspoon per day for maintenance purposes.
Eczema, Acne, Wounds, Infections, Burns, Sores, Ringworm and Other Skin Conditions
You can use Manuka honey topically when treating skin conditions and wounds. The Manuka Honey must be applied directly to the affected area. Then you can cover it with your bandage or dressing. It can also be used on acne or eczema without a covering, but bear in mind that it is quite sticky. There are skin care products available that contain Manuka honey. These products are not sticky and are equally as effective as using pure Manuka Honey on the skin.
Eye or Ear Infections
Stir a teaspoon of Manuka Honey into a cup of lukewarm water. Using an ear dropper, drip the liquefied Manuka Honey solution into your ear or eye. Repeat daily until symptoms are eliminated.
Sinus Infections
Stir a teaspoon of Manuka Honey into a cup of lukewarm water. Using a neti pot, inhale the liquefied Manuka Honey solution into your nose and through the nasal passage way until it comes into your mouth. Repeat daily until symptoms are eliminated.
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Natural Healing With Manuka Honey
Manuka honey is from New Zealand. It is made by bees that utilize the nectar from the flowers that grow on the Manuka tree (Leptospermum scoparium).