Manuka Honey UMF

UMF Manuka Honey

The term UMF means 'Unique Manuka Factor' and is unique to Manuka honey from New Zealand. A honey with a UMF rating has been independently certified as containing the rating stated on the honey. The higher the UMF rating the higher the anti-bacterial activity of the honey. UMF honey ratings normally start at UMF 5 and go up to UMF 30 however Manuka honey over UMF 25 is in short supply and not always available. The higher the rating the more expensive the honey is.

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This guide will help you know which Manuka Honey UMF to buy:
  • UMF 5 to UMF 10 is recommended for maintaining general health and good digestion. 
  • UMF10 to UMF 15 is recommended or indigestion, heartburn and diarrhoea. 
  • UMF 20 and above can treat gastroenteritis, stomach/peptic ulcers, duodenal ulcers, oesophagus ulcers, acid reflux heartburn, Irritable bowel syndrome, ulcerative colitis, H. pylori and up-set stomach. 
  • To treat external conditions any Active Manuka Honey above UMF10 is recommended.
So which brand Manuka Honey UMF should you buy?
We would recommend you buy the ManukaX brand Manuka honey as it has a reputation as being one of the best UMF certified honeys. It is delivered direct from New Zealand by THE HONEY SHOP to countries throughout the world.

ManukaX Manuka Honey UMF