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Dr. Peter Molan and his research team at the Honey Research Unit at New Zealand's Waikato University found in some specific strains of manuka honey a second natural more powerful and more stable antibacterial property called Unique Manuka Factor (UMF).

Please find below the main scientific data obtained from Dr. Peter Molan research, which we are referring kindly from Dr. Peter Molan permission.

Active Manuka honeys contains an additional antibacterial component found only in Manuka honey produced from Leptospermum plants. This component has been called by Dr. Peter Molan as a "Unique Manuka Factor" (UMF).
The antibacterial property is a phytochemical property meaning it is a floral derived property coming from the nectar of some manuka flowers. For this reason it is in only some specific strains of manuka honey. The hydrogen peroxide antibacterial property is from the enzyme glucose oxidase which the bees have added to the honey and honey became active.

Please see below Manuka honey activity scale, in according to Certificate of Analysis from Gribbles Laboratory:

Manuka honey activity scale

High activity

>15%

Medium Activity

10-15%

Low activity

8.2 -10%

Not detectable

< 8.2 %.

Thus, research conducted by Dr. Peter Molan MBE of Waikato University has discovered two types of Manuka Honey:

1. Ordinary Manuka honey with only the hydrogen peroxide antibacterial property common to most honeys ( < 8.2% ) . Ordinary Manuka honey is very nice and taste table honey.

2. Active Manuka Honeys, which became active only when level of non-peroxide activity is more than 8.2%.

Thus, Unique Manuka Factor (UMF) reflects Manuka Activity level.

Studies are showing, that Active Manuka Honey with high levels of non-peroxide activity ( UMF ) could be very effective in:

-digestive support

- support sore throats

- oral hygiene

More information about healing properties of Active Manuka honeys and research of these properties you can find from Waikato Honey Research Centre.

Manuka Honey Order	Manuka Honey has level of non-peroxide activity (up to 8 %), which was tested by independed NZ laboratory. Manuka honey is unique to New Zealand. Manuka honey is rich in vitamins, has a distinctive flavour and unique antibacterial properties. Manuka honey can be taken daily as a tonic and it is also enjoyed for it's great taste on toast. Store: on a shelf at room temperature, away from direct sunlight exposure. You can store the honey in the refrigerator.

Active Manuka Honey UMF10+ Order	Active Manuka Honey UMF 10+ has a "Unique Manuka factor"(UMF) activity rating of 10%. Manuka UMF 10+ reflects level of non-peroxide activity ( 10%). The honey independently tested by NZ laboratory. Manuka Honey UMF 10+ can be used for digestive support

Active Manuka Honey UMF 16+ Order	Active Manuka Honey UMF 16 + has a "Unique Manuka factor"(UMF) activity rating of 16%. Manuka UMF 16+ reflects highlevel of non-peroxide activity (16%).The honey independently tested by NZ laboratory. Beneficial properties: * Digestive support * Aids oral hygiene * Enhances general health - high levels of antioxidants.

*Active Manuka Honey* UMF 20+ Order	Active Manuka Honey UMF 20+ has a "Unique Manuka factor"(UMF) activity rating of 20%. Manuka Honey UMF 20+ reflects more higher level of non-peroxide activity (20%). The honey independently tested by NZ laboratory. Beneficial properies: * Digestive support * Sore throats support * General health * Antioxidant rich

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