Comvita Unpasteurised Manuka Honey from New Zealand (UMF 15+, MGO 514+) - 250g

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If you have sensitive, acne-prone skin, eczema-prone skin, or just dry, parched skin, use a higher UMF™ level like Comvita UMF 10+ or UMF 15+ Manuka Honey as a soothing, single-ingredient facemask. Or you can add it to your favorite DIY clean-beauty masks. For raw, chapped lips, apply Manuka honey as a restorative lip mask. And because it’s all natural, if you accidentally ingest some, your insides will love it too! We’re all becoming more aware of the importance of gut health, and honey has a long history in traditional Chinese therapy to support digestive comfort. It also contains a diverse range of other nutrients not found in other sweeteners like table sugar, including proteins, enzymes, amino acids, vitamins and minerals and phenolic compounds. At least 181 other minor components have also been identified in honey and this number is still increasing. Manuka honey can be applied topically at any stage of wound healing. Consult your doctor before trying it It’s another good reason to start supporting your body with the many health properties of Comvita Manuka Honey.

Micronutrients support our immune system, energy production and play a key role in our body’s growth and development. Manuka honey is a type of honey native to New Zealand, harvested by bees from the nectar of the indigenous manuka shrub, Leptospermum scoparium. The manuka shrub grows wild in New Zealand’s most remote areas and flowers for just 2-6 weeks each year. As a final beauty boost, it’s good to know Comvita Manuka Honey can also act as a natural moisturizer for a smoother, more dewy finish. A recent Canadian study has showed that consuming around two tablespoons of raw, unprocessed honey per day may support the control blood sugar and levels of LDL – the ‘bad’ cholesterol.

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Manuka honey is a great alternative to refined sugar, but it is important to consume it in moderation. Use it as part of your healthy eating plan. Try adding it to oatmeal, overnight oats or yogurt. Note that the context of the findings was critical: in the clinical trials, participants were already following healthy dietary patterns, with added sugars accounting for 10 percent or less of daily calorie intake. So, whenever you feel a ‘scratchy’ throat coming on – or your cough just won’t quit – get fast relief with a smooth spoonful of Comvita Manuka honey. For best results, enjoy it straight from the spoon, or in a warm (not too hot) mug of lemon water or tea.

Manuka honey is best consumed as part of a healthy balanced diet and active lifestyle and - just you would incorporate a supplement capsule into your diet for targeted support – you can add a spoonful of Comvita Manuka Honey to support your daily wellness. Food Supplements are intended to supplement the diet and should not be substituted for a varied diet or healthy lifestyle. That means you shouldn’t start consuming more honey if you currently avoid sugar or are counting calories. Rather, it’s about replacement — if you use table sugar, syrup, or another sweetener, try switching those sugars out for honey. For most people, manuka honey is safe to consume. It can complement a healthy balanced diet and offers some fascinating health benefits when consumed in moderation. A spoonful a day is recommended.You too can benefit from this ancient wisdom by using Comvita Manuka honey to support a healthy gut by taking a teaspoon every day. Enjoy it on its own, or try pairing it with natural wellness teas that are known for supporting gut health, such as licorice root, dandelion, peppermint or ginger. The innumerable benefits of Manuka honey make it one of the most versatile and delicious superfoods to support your health and wellbeing. Note that the exact composition of honey varies depending on its floral source – it is a natural product after all! And remember, honey isn’t a ‘magic pill’– it should be incorporated into a nutritious eating pattern complete with plenty of fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. Current dietary guidelines recommended limiting sugar intake to around 10% of daily calories, which includes honey. But the good news is – since honey is sweeter than table sugar – and has a complex composition of sugars, vitamins, minerals, and other bioactive substances - you may be able to consume less honey to enjoy the same level of sweetness.

Honey primarily consists of natural sugars derived from the nectar of flowers, such as glucose, fructose, sucrose and maltose - with different types of honey having different types and proportions of these sugars.The manuka shrub’s short flowering season means it takes immense skill, planning and resources to harvest manuka honey, which is why we never take a single, precious drop of manuka for granted. What Does Manuka Honey Taste Like? Stir it into your tea or coffee, blend it into a smoothie or juice, drizzle it onto your breakfast or spread it liberally on your toast. Either way, it’s delicious – and full of goodness. Manuka honey has a distinctive sweet taste; like a good wine, it grows in flavour and potency and darkens over time. Pure manuka honey has a more intense flavour and darker colour - these are also indicators that your honey contains more beneficial compounds. What Makes Manuka Honey Different?