

Research conducted at the honey research unit of the University of Waikato in New Zealand has shown how Manuka honey successfully inhibits Helicobacter pylori the organism responsible for upper gastrointestinal dyspepsia of stomach ulcers. Additionally, the natural presence of potassium, sodium calcium and magnesium means that honey is capable of neutralizing acid in the body and thus maintaining the acid-alkaline balance.
Manuka Honey has been shown in laboratory studies to have antibacterial activity against the 7 most common species of bacteria found in wounds. 58 strains of Staphylococcus Aureus isolated from infected wounds showed complete inhibition at concentrations of 2-3% UMF Manuka Honey.
Bioactive Manuka Honey has also been shown to inhibit the growth of vancomycin-resistant Enterococci (VRE) at about half the concentration of high quality raw clover honey.