About Manuka Honey

i have Nongonococcal Urethritis (NGU) and i had a pungent smell which irritated me and those around me - even with my washed clothes. i took active 10+ Manuka and it cured it. i know it sounds ridiculous - but it worked for me. a good diet of fruits did not solve the problem completely but taking 10+ Manuka helped. i think it killed the bacteria in me. i cannot explain how else my smell from the urine vanished. i have been taking a steady course of vitamin c and b but when i took this along - the smell disappeared. i would like to share this to help others. thanks. trying to help.

I have Psoriasis and would like to find out if Manuka Honey is good for it. We have a teaspoonful of it a day. We were wondering if there is any other cream with the Manuka base which would be of help?

Dear Fiona, I had a grandmother who also had Psoriasis, she found one of the Benefits of Infra-Red Light and Infra-Red Saunas was it kept her skin breakouts greatly reduced. You might learn more about > Infrared Light. We also have more information on > Types of Psoriasis and Psoriasis Treatment Options. You may wish to read about them. Thanks for posting your question about Manuka Honey!

Dear Fiona, Psoriasis is a skin disorder which is considered to be an autoimmune disease. The body's own immune system recognizes its own cells as a foreign invader and begins to attack. It may be caused by genetic and or environmental factors. Some factors which worsen the condition include smoking, alcohol stress, skin infections or traumas, bug bites, sunburn, and chemical drugs and also medications. So, of course, you will want to avoid all of the above factors in order to prevent aggravating the psoriasis. Surprisingly, many people have found relief from applying Manuka honey directly onto their skin overnight, and covering the lesions. It appears that Manuka honey is different from most other honey and contains an unknown healing factor, along with an antibacterial effect. If you don't like applying the Manuka honey directly onto your skin, then I was able to locate a few cremes which contain the honey. Go here to compare the Manuka honey cremes> Active Manuka Honey Cream. This site is also a good resource> Eczema and Psoriasis creams. This is also an additional source> Hopes Relief Cream for psoriasis. You might also want to take a good quality Omega 3 supplement orally which has helped many psoriasis sufferers and has improved the quality of their skin. You can also try applying 100% Jojoba oil, and Calendula creme to the skin lesions, and even goldenseal oil mixed with the Manuka Honey and apply topically. Please feel free to share with us what works for you.

Can I take Manuka honey if I am allergic to penicillin? What do you mean by uncompensated allergies?

Dear Diya, Uncompensated allergies means that the body is unable to handle the toxin load of the allergen or object to which your body is allergic. For instance, if you have an allergy to bee stings, your body would not be able to tolerate a sting without going into an anaphylactic shock mode which could be potentially life-threatening and could include symptoms such as unconsciousness, difficulty breathing, shock, extensive swelling around the bee local sting area, and even swelling of the throat and airway passages, nausea, dizziness, and general weakness and malaise. Just a minute amount of venom from the bee sting could cause this incredible reaction in the body. So, it is not recommended that people sensitive to bee stings take any type of bee products including bee pollen, royal jelly, and honey. If you have a penicillin allergy, you may not necessarily have an allergy to bees and bee products. However, before taking any substance orally, first please check with your health care adviser.

My body is prone to getting bladder infections and I also have had a sinus infection for about six months. Someone suggested taking a teaspoon of Manuka Honey 10+ on a daily basis. Would this help?

Dear Sarah, Bladder infections or urinary tract infections can be serious and should be monitored with regular urine cultures by your medical doctor or naturopathic doctor. Chronic infections usually mean that your immune system is not functioning properly or that there may be another cause for them to recur. Usually women who use a diaphragm are susceptible to bladder infections. Also any type of vaginal irritation, irregular sexual contact with your partner, synthetic underwear, or using strong scented chemical laundry detergent or clothing softeners can cause irritation of the urethra. These are just a few of the causes for chronic urinary infections. Other causes can include food allergies, eating too much sugar, having diabetes, or wearing tight jeans. Manuka honey is an effective topical anti-bacterial which can help to clear up topical skin infections, however, when taken orally, it may help to bolster the immune system. It may not help your situation it depends upon the cause. Just be aware that too much sugar in any form can contribute to the growth and feeding of bacteria, and since the honey has to travel through your gastrointestinal tract, it may be decomposed and not reach the bladder in the form in which it was ingested. Please let us know how it works for you. Good luck.

Can diabetic person take Manuka honey? If OK, then what should be the recommended dose?

Jimmy, Manuka honey is not to be used by insulin dependent diabetics.

I've got flu during my pregnancy of 20 weeks. Is it safe to eat Manuka Honey during pregnancy? How's the dosage?

Yes, Angie it is safe to use according to one of the leading Manuka Honey producers.

I`ve read that Active Manuka Honey cures IBS. Is it really proven? I am taking Active Manuka Honey for my gastritis and IBS problems which I have been having for the past three years. And I hope it'll help me to gain weight as well.

Is it true that Manuka can cure leg ulcers?

Hi there, I am going to be purchasing Manuka Honey UMF +10. I have Ulcerative Colitis. The supplier only has UMF +10 for now. Is it OK take this until they get the UMF +16?

Hi Stephanie and Manmeet, this link does explain some of this very simply > The Use of Honey for Colitis Treatment.

Hi Ruth, there have been some studies done on the subject. MSNBC has a good article on the subject > Benefits of Manuka Honey.

Hi, I have a problem with endometriosis. Will active Manuka Honey help me to solve this kind of problem? And is Manuka Honey good for fertility? I am trying to get pregnant right now.

Why can't a person with a cardiovascular condition consume active Manuka Honey? This is stated above and yet I cannot find an answer as to why.

Hi Suzanne, it is not advised to use Manuka Honey if you have cardiovascular disease as some people may have a reaction to the bee pollen that may be in a product which could then cause an allergic reaction which would put stress on the heart.

Hi, I have been reading about the benefits of Manuka honey and it is impressive. I am 27 weeks pregnant, so I am thinking that I might purchase a jar in the event that I get a sore throat, or for the inevitable heat burn that may come in the following weeks. Are there any benefits from taking Manuka to prevent colds or flu. Yes, I'm thinking swine flu. I have read that users are buying Manuka UMF 10+ or 5+. What should I do? I am expecting.

Hi Johanna, I would ask the manufacturer of the Manuka Honey you wanted to buy what their processing protocol was and check with them directly to have all my concerns addressed before I took anything while I was expecting.

I have terrible bouts of gastritis and have heard that Manuka Honey could help. I get to the point were I can only eat bland foods and I also have to eat small portions and eat often.

Hi Jackie, you may want to look into enzyme supplements as well.