Pure Manuka Honey

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Introduction

There are several types of Manuka honey used for different purposes. This article explains which type of pure manuka honey is best for different situations.  You will grasp which Manuka honey to buy and the best one for your preference.  Check out ” Best Manuka honey for you” to learn more about it’s benefits!

What is UMF?

Unique Manuka Factor (UMF) is a scale to rate the honey’s properties through the concentration of methylglyoxal (MG). This compound yields most of the antibacterial properties strength as well as other properties. The higher the UMF, the better quality the Manuka honey is and the more efficient it is for treating illnesses and infections.  The UMF indication is imperative to find pure Manuka honey! Manuka Honey should incorporate the UMF figure in the front of the bottle. The authenticity of the product lies within the UMF trademark from New Zealand. Name of the company as well as the license number should be included in the merchandise.

What range of UMF to choose from?

Any product that is lower than 10+ isn’t efficacious. To be remedial and reparative, Manuka honey should have a UMF of at least 10+ or more. The best Manuka honey for the medicinal purpose are the one who’s UMF exceed 15+. However, make sure not exceed the recommended amount (1-2 tablespoons).  The best time to consume would be before going to bed and in the morning on an empty stomach.

Level Of UMF	Usage
5-9	Low level of MG. The benefits are similar to other types of honey.
10-14	Enough amount of MG to sustain good health and support natural healing.
15-19	High level of MG, contains antibacterial, antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties.
20+	Superior level of MG. Contains all the attributes and is used clinically.

 

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There are several type of Manuka honey on the market. However, some products are superior to other. Below is provided the best Manuka honey products in the market, from UMF 10+ to UMF 20+, depending on your preference.

Manuka Honey Bio Active 10+              

Characteristics 

• 100% pure Manuka Honey
• Certified raw and unheated Manuka Honey
• 1 lb(500g)
• UMF 10+
• Every batch is tested
• Harvested from unspoiled environment of New Zealand.

• 263 mg/kg of methylglyoxal (MGO 263+)

Manuka Health – MGO 400+ Manuka Honey, 100% Pure New Zealand Honey

Characteristics

• 100% pure Manuka Honey
• 8 0z (250g)
• UMF 12+

• 400 mg/kg of methylglyoxal (MGO 400+)

 

Kiva Certified UMF 15+ – Raw Manuka Honey 

Characteristics

• 100% pure Manuka Honey
• Raw Manuka honey
• 8 oz (250g)
• UMF 15+
• Harvested from the unspoiled environment of New Zealand.
• Every batch is independently tested.
• 510 mg/kg of methylglyoxal (MGO 510+)

Wedderspoon Raw Premium Manuka Honey KFactor 16+

 Characteristics

• 100% pure Manuka Honey
• Raw Manuka Honey
• Unpasteurized and Non-GMO Manuka Honey
• 1 lb (500 g)
• UMF 16+
• 572 mg/kg of methylglyoxal (MGO 572+)

 

 

Kiva Certified UMF 20+ – Raw Manuka Honey 

Characteristics

• 100% pure Manuka Honey
• Raw Manuka honey
• 8 oz(250g)
• UMF 20+
• Harvested from the unspoiled environment of New Zealand.
• Every batch is independently tested.
• 825 mg/kg of methylglyoxal (MGO 825+)

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