WHAT IS MANUKA HONEY?

We have successfully been selling MANUKA HONEY in our retail shop since the late 1990’s. Since 1991 it has been recognised not all honey is effective in its non-peroxide anti bacterial qualities and action as well as its healing power.

Manuka honey is laboratory tested on its anti-bacterial properties and this is called the UMF {Unique Manuka Factor}. The ratings start at 10+ and go up to 30+. The lower ratings being good for general health and as you go higher become an important remedy for many ailments.

UMF rated Manuka honey is produced by bees from the flowers of the Manuka Bush in New Zealand.

One of our most popular Manuka Honey brands is the well known SPIRITS BAY range being harvested from traditional Maori land in the far north of New Zealand. This area produces the highest quality Manuka Honey in New Zealand.

SPIRITS BAY Manuka Honey is sourced from the apiaries of Maori owned Watson and Sons Ltd and can be traced back to its hive site setting them apart from other producers with unmatched quality. All their honey is laboratory certified and tested for antibacterial qualities.

Uses;

Can be used internally and externally and can also be added to warm water as a drink. This does not destroy the antibacterial quality.

Stimulates the immune system.

Promotes healing and tissue growth

Stomach upsets and helps re-hydrate the body after diarrhoea and vomiting.

Helps treat skin infections and has the ability to potential resistance to MRSA and is now being used in a select number of hospitals.

The higher rated Manuka honey ie UMF 20+ UMF 25+ & UMF 30+ have the ability to destroy staphylococci bacteria and streptococci typically involved in the common sore throat, canker sores.

Other uses are for cuts, pimples, acne, scratches, burns, fungal infections, stomach ulcers, leg ulcers as used externally .

Over the years our customers have praised this honey as natures answers to many ailments. We have singers use it for throat infections and chest infections. Those whom have come out of hospital or had a serious illness have used the honey to boost their immune systems to such a success they now take it daily.

There are limited stocks of the high UMF rated Manuka Honey but we are continually sourcing supplies.

Caution : Diabetics should consult their doctor prior to taking.