Manuka honey is great for your throat! Here are the benefits you can expect

You may be worried about feeling discomfort in your throat during seasonal changes or the day after using your voice too much.

If you ever feel like you're having trouble speaking, why not try eating Manuka honey?

Here we will take a closer look at the benefits you can expect from Manuka honey.

If you're someone who wants to enjoy delicious natural foods while staying healthy, then be sure to read to the end.

What is Manuka Honey?

Manuka honey is made from the nectar of the flowers of the Manuka tree, which grows only in New Zealand.

It is known as a rare honey because it can only be harvested in limited areas and because Manuka flowers only bloom for a very short period of time each year.

Manuka honey contains all the nutrients found in honey as well as a compound called methylglyoxal.

Methylglyoxal is a defensive compound with antibacterial and antiviral properties, and Manuka honey is the only type of honey that contains it.

For these reasons, Manuka honey is attracting a lot of attention from health-conscious people.

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What you can expect from Manuka honey

So what benefits does Manuka honey have for your body?

Below are some concrete examples.

▼マヌカハニーに期待できる効果

・It moistens the throat

・Supports healthy everyday life

Let's take a look at them one by one.

It soothes the throat

The first benefit you can expect from Manuka honey is that it moistens the throat.

Manuka honey has a high viscosity and is sticky compared to other types of honey.

This sticky texture gently moistens the throat.

Also, a dry mouth can lead to the proliferation of bad bacteria, but the moisture in Manuka honey can help in this regard.

If you are concerned about dry air, try eating Manuka honey.

Supports a healthy everyday life

Incorporating Manuka honey into your daily routine will help keep you energized.

In fact, some of the world's leading athletes even use Manuka honey on a daily basis.

Eating it as a reward after work may help you feel energized the next day.

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How to tell the difference between real and fake Manuka honey

Unfortunately, Manuka honey's popularity has led to a number of counterfeits on the market.

It's important to look for the real thing, as counterfeit products won't provide you with the many benefits of Manuka honey.

To determine whether a product is genuine, please check whether it meets the standards tested by the New Zealand government.

As of 2018, New Zealand has made it mandatory for all Manuka honey to be DNA tested.

This has allowed for a clear distinction between Manuka honey and non-Manuka honey.

At SUGI BEE GARDEN, we only sell Manuka honey that has passed New Zealand government inspection and has been certified as the highest grade monofloral Manuka honey.

If you want to avoid the hassle of choosing Manuka honey and want to get genuine products, please use our online shopping site.

How to eat Manuka honey

Here's how to eat Manuka honey.

Once you have purchased your Manuka honey, please follow the steps below to enjoy it to your heart's content.

Eat as is

If you are going to consume Manuka honey, we recommend that you first consume it as is.

Scoop some into a teaspoon and put it in your mouth.

The mellow floral aroma tickles your nose while the rich sweetness spreads in your mouth, leaving you entranced.

This allows you to directly absorb the ingredients contained in Manuka honey.

If you want to experience the beneficial effects of Manuka honey to the fullest, this is a way of eating it that we recommend you try.

Mix into tea or coffee

Some people may not like the unique taste of Manuka honey and may be reluctant to eat it as is.

If you are one of those people, try adding some Manuka honey to your tea or coffee.

It reduces the strong flavor of Manuka honey and adds a nice accent, allowing you to enjoy a different flavor than usual.

The main ingredient, methylglyoxal, is heat-resistant, so its beneficial effects are still intact.

However, the enzymes contained in Manuka honey are sensitive to heat, so if the temperature is too high, their effectiveness may be weakened.

Therefore, it is best to keep the heating temperature at a level that does not feel hot when you touch it with your hand.

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Things to be aware of when eating Manuka honey

Manuka honey is delicious and healthy, but there are two things you should be careful about when eating it.

Check out these two tips below to ensure you consume Manuka honey safely.

Do not give to infants under 1 year old

Infants under 1 year old should not eat any honey, including Manuka honey.

This is because honey may contain botulism bacteria.

In the intestinal environment of a fully grown human, Clostridium botulinum loses out to other intestinal bacteria and therefore normally has little effect.

However, if it enters the body of an infant under one year old, whose intestinal functions are still immature, it multiplies and produces toxins that can cause poisoning.

Symptoms of poisoning include constipation, decreased ability to suckle, and loss of energy.

With proper treatment, symptoms can be alleviated, but if the condition worsens, it can become debilitating and, in the worst cases, even cause death.

The botulinum bacteria that cause these symptoms cannot be killed by heating or cooking and remain in the body.

Therefore, under no circumstances should you give Manuka honey to infants under one year of age.

There is no risk of botulism spreading through breast milk to infants, so breastfeeding mothers can enjoy Manuka honey without any problems.

参照元:Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare: "Honey should only be given to children over 1 year of age."

Don't overeat

When eating Manuka honey, it is important to be careful not to eat too much at once.

Honey, including Manuka honey, is known to be lower in carbohydrates and calories than sugar, but it is still sugar, so eating too much will result in excess calories.

Even small amounts can have health benefits, so there's no need to eat a lot at once.

To enjoy Manuka honey, it's important to consume it in moderation.

The recommended daily intake is one teaspoon, 3 to 4 times a day, spaced a few hours apart.

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Why not try Manuka honey to soothe your throat?

In this article, we've introduced the benefits you can expect from Manuka honey.

Manuka honey is a food that we recommend when you feel like you're having trouble speaking.

It has a high viscosity among honeys, and its sticky texture will moisten your throat.

Additionally, why not try incorporating Manuka honey into your life, as it has the effect of supporting your daily energy and helping you feel refreshed?

Honey specialty store | SUGI BEE GARDENWe also have Stick type products that are easy to incorporate into your daily life, so please check out our online shopping site.