For centuries honey has been used for promoting health. Most honey's contain plant immune system essential oils, flavonoids, tarpenes, and polyphenols. Not surprisingly, scientists have found that the benefits vary between one variety of honey to another. In this comparative research they discovered that Manuka honey had an extra antibacterial component.
Manuka's honey's taste is not as sweet as some honey's in addition to having a slight butterscotch flavor. Not surprisingly the flavor of honey depends on the flower nectar gathered. While most honey is antibacterial because of enzymes responsible for the formation of hydrogen peroxide, the body's natural oxidative healing processes. What makes New Zealand's honey unique is that it is considered Active. This 'active' component accounts for more than a hundred-fold difference in antibacterial potency between Manuka and other honeys.
Additional Reading
Bee Lore
Benefits of Manuka Honey
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