1. Helps treat wounds
Manuka honey’s antioxidant and antibacterial properties are key players in treating wounds. It’s also worth noting that manuka honey has a lower pH than most honey, which can help promote optimal wound healing.
“Manuka honey can help speed up the healing process,” says Flora. “It can also help prevent infections.”
Studies show using manuka honey can aid in wound healing, promoting tissue regeneration and even decreasing pain in people suffering from burns.
2. Helps with oral health
There’s limited research on how manuka honey can help your oral health. But studies show it can protect against dental plaque buildup, which can prevent gingivitis (a gum disease).
In one study, research indicates that sucking on a manuka honey chew was more effective at reducing plaque and gingival bleeding than those who chew sugar-free gum.
3. Helps with sore throats
It’s not uncommon to put a little bit of honey in your tea if your throat is feeling sore or scratchy.
“Thanks to its antibacterial, anti-inflammatory properties, manuka honey can offer relief from a sore throat,” says Flora. “Mix about two tablespoons of manuka honey with a warm glass of water or tea.”
The honey can help with inflammation and fight against the bacteria that cause pain. Research shows that those who use manuka honey have a decrease in Streptococcus mutans,a type of bacteria that causes sore throats.
4. Helps treat ulcers
Manuka honey may help with two kinds of ulcers: diabetes-related and gastric.
Diabetes-related ulcers, an open sore or wound that’s typically located on the bottom of your foot, affect about 15% of people with diabetes.
“There’s some research showing that using the manuka honey can help heal diabetes-related ulcers a little bit quicker when use with conventional treatment,” notes Flora.
Gastric ulcers, or sores that form on the lining of your stomach, can cause stomach pain, nausea and bloating.
“Research shows that manuka honey can increase gastric levels of certain enzymes that prevent against or protect against oxidative damage,” says Flora. “So it can reduce inflammation and help prevent gastric ulcers.”
5. Helps treat acne
You may have seen skincare products touting manuka honey as one of its ingredients. But does it actually work?
According to studies, it can hydrate skin, decrease inflammation and help keep skin bacteria-free.
“Manuka honey can be hydrating. And that’s from that fructose, glucose and some amino acids found in the honey,” explains Flora. “It has strong anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties.”
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