The Antibacterial properties of this delicious New Zealand honey is graded by UMF® or "Unique Manuka Factor"and is the name given to the form of antibacterial activity in some Manuka Honeys.
More than a food, East Cape Manuka Honey with high UMF® is proven effective in the treatment of wounds, sore throats, stomach ulcers, indigestion and gum disease, amongst many natural medicinal applications.

Natural Solutions East Cape Active Manuka Honey is selected for it's unique and distinctive flavour. It's a smooth fine crystalline honey which can be used as a sweetener for herbal teas or a as a spread. It is also tested and certified to have special antibacterial properties. It can be taken to help sore throats, indigestion, amongst other ailments. A teaspoon, two or three times daily to help promote good health. It can also be used externally to help heal wounds.

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UMF® 15+ Active Manuka Honey  250g $20.00
UMF® 5+ Active Manuka Honey  250g  $15.00

What is UMF®?   
What does the number mean?
Why is UMF® Active Manuka Honey preferred to other Manuka Honey? 
How is UMF® Actively tested?
What is UMF® Active Manuka Honey used for?

Natural Solutions East Cape Honey is collected from hives positioned on Maori tribal lands on the East Cape of New Zealand's North Island. The East Cape Region holds one of the largest resources of Manuka trees in the country, and has now been recognized as a reliable source of UMF®Active Manuka Honey.

The East Cape is reknown for its bush covered hills, it's clean fast flowing streams and the rugged and natural beauty of it's unspoilt coastline. The land on which the wild manuka plantations grow is free of chemicals and modern day pollutants.

The high triketone East Cape variety of Manuka has been proven to contain the most highley active antimicrobial essential oils of any mauka variety in the world. This unique variety of Manuka is found only on the East Cape.

Natural Solutions Manuka Honey is processed in a manner which ensures that both peroxide and non-peroxide activity are retained. the honey is finely filtered to ensure that any foriegn matter is removed from the honey.

The pollution free, natural East Cape environment, together with the care and attention to quality during the UMF® honey processing ensures that Natural Solutions East Cape Honey is of the highest quality available.

What is UMF®?
The 'Unique Manuka Factor' is the name given to the form of antibacterial activity found in some Manuka Honey, which was discovered by Dr Peter Molan (MBE) at New Zealand's Waikato University Honey Research unit.
Most honey has some activity in part due to the formation of hydrogen peroxide. UMF® activity is due to other phytochemicals present in the honey.
What does the number mean?
The number after the letters UMF® represents the level of antibacterial activity of the honey against some bacteria such as staphylococcus aureus, a common cause of infected wounds and streptococcus pyogenes which cause sore throats.
Why is UMF® Active Manuka Honey preferred to other Manuka Honey?
UMF® Manuka Honey is the only honey which has been tested and certified to have a specific level of antibacterial activity. UMF® Manuka honey is more effective against some bacteria such as stapphylococcus aureus, a common cause of infcted wounds and streptococcus pyogenes which cause sore throats. UMF® activity is very stable and not adversely affected by heat and light during storage where hydrogen peroxide activity can be. UMF® activity is not adversely affected by the catalase enzyme that is present in the tissues and serum of the body.
How is UMF® Actively tested?
The hydrogen peroxide activity of the honey is neutralized with the addition of enzyme - catalase. the antimicrobial activity of the honey against staphylococcus aureus is then tested and compared to a known antiseptic agent - phenol. The test protocol was developed by Dr Peter Molan and and there is now only one laboratory in New Zealand accredited to perform this test.
What is UMF® Active Manuka Honey used for?
Many medical professionals around the worls are having good results with the treatment of wounds and skin ulcers, many of which have not responded to other standard treatments. Research has shown it to be beneficial for pain associated with stomach ulcers and also to help with shortening the duration of and rehydration of patients with bacterial diarrhoea. It has also been shown to be beneficial for oral hygiene and as an energy food to enhance the body's stamina.