Review of Honeymark Products

The following is a comprehensive overview of the high-end skin care products manufactured by Honeymark, and the role that Manuka Honey plays as a natural healing ingredient.

If you have never heard of Manuka Honey, expect to be hearing about it in the future. It could very well be one of the most beneficial substances in the world to put on your skin. Studies have shown that Manuka Honey contains natural antimicrobial properties that eliminate infectious microorganisms, moisturize dry skin and reduce inflammation.

Despite all of its amazing healing properties, Manuka Honey is sometimes not used because its sticky consistency makes for an inconvenient skin care regimen. However, Boston-based manufacturer, Honeymark International, has developed a line of skin care products containing Manuka Honey that are a lot more user-friendly. Research shows that Manuka Honey can be diluted up to 100 times and still maintain its effectiveness. Therefore, blending it together with other natural ingredients does not diminish it's healing potency.

Acne Cream

There are several different types of acne. Blackheads are the result of oil and dead cells getting trapped in a pore where they block the duct and mix with bacteria. They then turn black when exposed to air. Red pimples develop when blackheads become inflamed and they spread when touched with dirty hands. When the pimple becomes infected, it develops a whitehead or pustule. These can break and cause scars.

Manuka Honey has been found to be effective in treating acne for several reasons. There is no better substance for eliminating bacteria on the surface of the skin than Manuka Honey. Its antibacterial properties are second to none. It also has the ability to draw moisture out of bacterial cells, making it impossible for the bacteria to survive. Therefore, Manuka Honey's antibacterial activity destroys the bacteria and its osmotic effect helps to draw the bacteria and other impurities out of the pores of the skin. It's anti-inflammatory effect reduces the inflammation associated with some forms of acne, which in turn eliminates the redness. Manuka Honey also stimulates the formation of certain proteins in the skin that can help to reduce scarring, repair damaged skin and regenerate new healthy skin growth.

Manuka Honey is also hygroscopic which means it draws moisture from the air and puts it into skin cells where it moisturizes. Unlike many acne products that have a tendency to dry the skin, Manuka honey has a moisturizing effect. You can use Manuka honey as a spot treatment by dabbing it on existing breakouts or you can use Honeymark's Acne Cream which contains Manuka Honey.

Anti-Wrinkle Serum

Wrinkles are a by-product of the aging process. With age, skin cells divide more slowly, and the inner layer, called the dermis, begins to thin. The network of elastin (the protein which causes skin to stretch) and collagen fibers (the major structural proteins in the skin), which support the outer layer, loosen and unravel, causing depressions on the surface. With aging, skin also loses its elasticity, is less able to retain moisture, oil-secreting glands are less efficient and the skin is slower to heal. All of these contribute to the development of wrinkles.

Manuka Honey is effective in reducing wrinkles and the appearance of aging because it has the ability to increase the production of elastin and collagen fibers. In addition to Manuka Honey, Honeymark's Anti-Wrinkle Serum also contains other natural ingredients that have a firming effect on the skin.

First Aid Antiseptic Lotion

Manuka Honey has an antibacterial activity that is impressing medical professionals around the world. By osmosis, it has the ability to draw moisture out of bacterial cells. It also contains antibacterial compounds such as methylglyoxal and UMF. Manuka Honey also creates an acidic environment not conducive for the formation of bacteria. All of these factors make Manuka Honey ideal for healing infections. In fact, its antibacterial properties are so powerful, it is also used to treat infections caused by antibiotic-resistant strains of bacteria such as MRSA and VRE.

Manuka Honey can be used effectively to treat wounds, burns, blisters and infections. Even hard to heal conditions such as skin ulcers, pressure sores, surgical and chronic wounds are no match for the incredible healing powers of Manuka Honey. Wound care products such as Honeymark's First Aid Antiseptic Lotion and Antiseptic Spray are also a good option because they are not sticky.

Anti-Fungal Cream

In addition to its impressive antibacterial properties, Manuka Honey also contains strong anti-fungal properties. Fungal infections such as ringworm, athlete's foot, jock-itch, tinea and nail fungus can all be treated with Manuka Honey. However, its viscous consistency makes it impractical to use topically on some of these conditions. Honeymark's Anti-Fungal Cream is a more viable solution.

Anti-Itch Cream

Eczema is a form of dermatitis or inflammation of the outer layer of the skin (epidermis ). As discussed above, Manuka Honey's anti-inflammatory properties help to alleviate this inflammation, reverting skin back to its original form. Manuka Honey has the ability to both repair damaged skin and regenerate new skin growth. It's moisturizing ability also removes the dry patches associated with eczema and other forms of dermatitis. Try Honeymark's Anti-Itch Cream to take advantage of Manuka Honey's ability to treat this condition.

For more information about Honeymark's Manuka Honey products, call 1-866-427-7329 or visit www.HoneymarkProducts.com.

Using Manuka Honey to Treat Wounds

Active Manuka Honey is a desirable healing agent for the purpose of treating wounds and infections. When using Manuka Honey for wound care, the amount of honey required depends on the amount of fluid exuding from the wound. The various beneficial effects of Manuka honey on wound tissues will be reduced or lost if small amounts of honey become diluted by large amounts of fluid. Likewise, the frequency of dressing changes required will depend on how rapidly the honey is being diluted by fluid.

Daily dressing changes are usual, but up to three times daily may be required. If the dressing sticks to the wound, this indicates that more frequent changes of dressing are required. Exudation of fluid should be reduced by the anti-inflammatory action of Manuka honey, so less frequent dressing changes may be needed later - a few days between changes. More honey is required on deeper infections, to obtain an effective level of antibacterial activity diffusing deep into the wound tissues.

A secondary dressing is needed to prevent honey from oozing out from the dressing. Waterproof dressings are better as they keep more of the honey in contact with the wound while absorbent dressings soak the honey away from the wound. Adhesive tape or bandages can be used to hold the dressings in place if an adhesive occlusive dressing is not used.

Pressure bandaging can be used over the Manuka honey dressing for varicose ulcers. Dressing pads impregnated with Manuka honey are a convenient way of applying honey to surface wounds. Otherwise, it is best to spread the honey on the dressing rather than directly on the wound. Abscesses, cavities and depressions in the wound bed should be filled with Manuka honey before applying the dressing, so that there is honey in contact with the wound bed. The Manuka honey dressing should be cut to a size that extends beyond the edges of the wound and any surrounding inflamed area.

Wound care products containing Manuka Honey are desirable as they are not as sticky as using pure Manuka Honey by itself.

For more information or to purchase Manuka Honey products, call 1-866-427-7329 or visit www.HoneymarkProducts.com.

Healing Wounds and other Health Conditions with Manuka Honey

Honey has been used for thousands of years to treat wounds, gastroenteritis and infections. Unfortunately, it was displaced from common usage by the advent of antibiotics in the 1940s. However, now that the widespread and rapidly increasing resistance of microbes to antibiotics has become a major global threat to health, there has been a renewed interest in the use of honey to treat infections.

It has been discovered that some honeys are better than others for treating infections. It was through scientific investigation that Manuka honey (from New Zealand) was discovered to have a unique antimicrobial component in addition to the enzymically produced hydrogen peroxide that is responsible for the antimicrobial activity of all honey. It has also been discovered that the unique antimicrobial activity of Manuka Honey is so powerful that it is effective against antibiotic-resistant strains of bacteria. Unlike other topical antimicrobial agents used on wounds, Manuka honey does not slow the healing process by having adverse effects on the exposed wound tissue. This is considered to be a major advantage to using Manuka Honey for wound care. Clinical experience shows that active Manuka honey with high levels of this unique antibacterial activity gives rapid clearance of infection from heavily infected wounds that are not responding to other treatments, and gives rapid healing of chronic wounds.

There is also evidence showing that Manuka honey protects burns from becoming infected. Manuka Honey is now used prophylacticly on hospital patients that are at risk of acquiring infection through antibiotic-resistant bacteria. Manuka honey has a potent antibacterial action against MRSA, VRE, ESBL strains of various species, Acinetobacter baumannii, Stenotrophomonas maltophilia and other species such as Pseudomonads and coagulase-negative Staphylococci that are difficult to control because of antibiotic resistance. The most common routes of infection for these bacteria, leading to fatal septicaemia in patients with a weakened immune system, are open wounds and where catheters are inserted into the body. Studies suggest the effectiveness of Manuka honey in preventing infection of catheter exit sites have given positive results.

In addition to rapidly clearing infection, Manuka honey has been demonstrated in clinical usage to have several other therapeutic actions that are of great benefit. It very rapidly causes pus and dead tissue to lift off messy wounds, so surgical debridement or the use of enzymes (which are generally too expensive to use) are not necessary to get a clean wound bed to allow healing to begin. It actively stimulates the healing process, so that rapid healing occurs and skin grafting is not necessary. It soothes inflammation and therefore decreases the exudation of serum from wounds, and decreases swelling and pain.

Manuka honey's anti-inflammatory action also hastens the healing process of wounds without the formation of a scar. This is because part of the inflammatory process is the stimulation of fibroblasts to produce scar tissue to repair the wound, and prolonged inflammation gives over-stimulation, so excessive amounts of scar tissue are produced.

One of the factors that has slowed the usage of Manuka honey in clinical practice has been the practical difficulty of handling a very sticky substance that, when it warms up to body temperature, becomes watery and runs off wounds. However, there are now products containing Manuka honey that are easy to apply to wounds. These are not only convenient to use but also increase the effectiveness of the Manuka honey on the wound. Because the water content of honey is strongly bound up with the sugar molecules, there is very little wetting of dressings applied to cover honey on a wound. Skin care products containing Manuka honey are showing good results when used on wounds, burns and dermatitis where the combination of the antibacterial activity with the moisturizing effect of Manuka honey on skin is beneficial.

Another use for Manuka honey is for the treatment of gastritis and peptic ulcers. Laboratory research has shown that the anti-inflammatory properties of Manuka honey are involved in its action, but its antibacterial action is also a factor, as the bacterium, Helicobacter pylori, is a major cause of gastritis and peptic ulcers. Laboratory testing of H. pylori has shown that its growth is halted by Manuka honey at concentrations as low as 5%, but not by any other type of honey. Manuka honey gives significant relief of stomach pain, whereas other types of honey do not. It has also been reported that Manuka honey reduces the duration of bacterial diarrhea.

For more information or to purchase Manuka Honey or Manuka Honey products, call 1-866-427-7329 or visit www.HoneymarkProducts.com.

Medicinal Uses for Manuka Honey

Manuka honey is a type of honey derived from the Leptospermum scoparium plant, indigenous to New Zealand. It has been found to have healing properties not found in other types of honey and is used in a variety of health care products and home remedies because of its anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties.

Pain Relief

Manuka honey can be used to treat pain because of its anti-inflammatory properties. Manuka honey can penetrate the skin and help with arthritic pain, stiffness, muscle pain and joint pain. Manuka honey contains glucosamine and chondroitin sulphate, which are anti-inflammatory agents. These two anti-inflammatory agents stimulate the production of cartilage components, which are essential for joint repair and pain relief, and also decrease inflammation.

Wound Care

Manuka honey is helpful in treating wounds by allowing dead skin to lift off the wound. Manuka honey has antimicrobial and antibacterial properties which help in treating infection. It decreases inflammation in the wound, which helps to reduce the amount of leakage as well. Manuka honey actively stimulates the healing process so skin grafting is not necessary.

Wrinkles

Manuka honey also helps with the reduction and prevention of wrinkles. It is naturally moisturizing and contains vitamins and antioxidants that are beneficial to helping maintain the elasticity and texture of the skin. Manuka honey helps with the texture of the skin because it produces collagen and aids in skins elasticity. The antimicrobial properties of Manuka Honey help to protect skin from free radicals and damage from the sun, which can also lead to premature aging of the skin.

For more information or to purchase Manuka Honey products, call 1-866-427-7329 or visit www.HoneymarkProducts.com.

The Medical Marvel that is Manuka Honey

What do the ancient Egyptians, Assyrians, Chinese, Greeks, and Romans have in common? They all recognized honey as a powerful treatment for a variety of medical conditions. In fact, records show that honey has been prized for its natural healing properties as far back as 3000 BC.

During the mid 20th century, the era of modern antibiotic medicine began – and the use of honey as a medicinal treatment fell out of favor. Although antibiotics were initially heralded as the most effective weapon against bacteria, over time antibiotic-resistant strains of bacteria began to develop. Today, many pharmaceutical companies aren't developing new antibiotics because of this growing problem.

That’s why there’s an urgent need for a new non-antibiotic treatment to fight infection. Honey is the answer. In fact, Manuka Honey from New Zealand is reported to have the highest levels of healing properties. More so than any other type of honey in the world. Extensive research demonstrates that Manuka honey contains very powerful healing properties, making it extremely effective for use in wound care and for maintaining general health and well-being.

In 1982, Professor Peter Molan, a scientist from the University of Waikato in New Zealand, discovered that honey harvested from the Manuka tree, native only to New Zealand, contains unique healing properties such as the following:

Bacteriostatic – Manuka honey creates an environment that inhibits bacterial growth.
Anti-inflammatory – Manuka honey reduces both acute and chronic inflammation, which helps reduce pain, scarring and hastens the healing process.
Antioxidant – Manuka honey contains high levels of antioxidants to help prevent the formation of free radicals, which can damage tissue.
Moisture-maintaining – Manuka honey creates and maintains a moist healing environment supporting the cell growth that is essential to effective wound healing.

Scientists and doctors around the world have recognized active, medical-grade Manuka honey as being more effective than ordinary honey. Therefore, it is important to know that Manuka honey is not the same as ordinary honey sold at supermarkets. Manuka honey is harvested from bees that pollinate the flowers that grow on the Manuka plant. This unique bush is native to New Zealand and renowned for its potent antibacterial, anti-inflammatory and antioxidant healing properties.

Another critical difference between regular honey and Manuka honey is that regular honey undergoes heat treatment during the packaging process, which destroys the healing properties. Manuka honey is finely filtered to remove all processing particles but is usually sold raw and unprocessed with all enzymes and healing properties stable and intact. The result is an extremely pure, highly effective medical-grade honey that has very little in common with common honey. Higher quality brands of Manuka Honey are also laboratory tested for its antibacterial potency and rated on a scale from 0 through 30. Manuka Honey with a UMF rating of 16 is ideal for medicinal use and recommended for most applications.

Manuka honey has been found to be effective against a wide range of bacteria such as the following:

• Staphylococcus aureus – staph infections.
  
• MRSA – antibiotic-resistant staph infection.
  
• E-coli – the most common cause of infected wounds.
  
• Streptococcus pyogenes – common cause of sore throat.
  
• Helicobacter pylori – a bacteria linked to stomach ulcers.
  
• Vancomycin-resistant enterococcus (VRE) – another antibiotic-resistant bacteria.
  
• Pseudomonas aeruginosa – a common bacteria.
  
• Enterococcus faecalis – a bacteria found in the gastrointestinal tract.
  
• Salmonella – an illness-causing bacteria.
  

Manuka honey’s anti-inflammatory properties have been found to:

• Reduce swelling
  
• Reduce pain
  
• Reduce scarring
  

For maintaining general health and well-being, Manuka honey can be used to:

• Stimulate the immune system
  
• Fight infection
  
• Reduce inflammation
  
• Enhance digestive health
  
• Support natural body defenses
  

Manuka honey is effective in treating a variety of external and internal health conditions:

External

• Infected wounds
  
• Scars
  
• Skin protection
  
• Acne
  
• Eczema
  
• Psoriasis
  
• Scrapes, cuts, burns, blisters
  
• Ringworm
  
• Insect bites/stings
  

Internal

• Stomach, ear, urinary tract, eye, throat, sinus infections
  
• Digestive health
  
• Stimulates immune system
  
• Sore/strep throat
  
• Stomach aches/ulcers
  
• Gum disease
  
• Acid reflux, heartburn, gastritis
  
• Irritable bowel syndrome
  

For more information or to purchase Manuka Honey or Manuka Honey products, call 1-866-427-7329 or visit www.HoneymarkProducts.com.

The Hydrogen Peroxide Producing Capacity of Honey

Honey's ability to produce hydrogen peroxide is one of the main reasons for its antibacterial activity, making it ideal for treating infected wounds.

Hydrogen peroxide can kill bacteria on contact and has been widely used for that purpose. However, straight hydrogen peroxide is unstable and rapidly loses its effectiveness when exposed to air or light. Hydrogen peroxide in high concentrations can also damaged skin tissue. Therefore, the use of pure hydrogen peroxide has lost its popularity among doctors and other medical professionals.

What most people don't know is that honey has the necessary components to produce small amounts of hydrogen peroxide in a slow-release manner. This makes honey an ideal substance to use in the treatment of infected wounds and other bacterial disorders.

The slow-release mechanism in honey that produces hydrogen peroxide is a chemical reaction. Honey contains glucose and an enzyme added by honeybees called glucose oxidase. Under the right conditions, glucose oxidase has the ability to break down glucose into hydrogen peroxide.

Honey itself does not have the right conditions for this reaction to occur. To become active and begin breaking down the glucose in honey, the glucose oxidase requires a pH of 5.5 to 8.0. The pH of undiluted honey is between 3.2 and 4.5 which is far too low to activate the enzyme. Another condition is also required before the glucose oxidase becomes active. For the enzyme to break glucose down into hydrogen peroxide, a certain amount of sodium most be present.

Honey alone does not contain enough sodium to make this happen. However, skin and body fluids have relatively high pH and sodium levels. When honey comes in contact with skin or an open wound, the high pH and sodium levels activate the glucose oxidase and it begins to break down the glucose, releasing hydrogen peroxide.

"It would take a pharmaceutical company many years and billions of dollars to develop an antimicrobial product that could even come close to being as effective in treating wounds as honey," says Frank Buonanotte, CEO of Honeymark International which is a manufacturer of skin care products that contains Manuka Honey as a natural healing agent. "Even then, it is doubtful that they could create a product that is equally as effective in treating infection as honey."

Manuka Honey from New Zealand is now being used for medical purposes because it seems to contain the most amount of healing properties than any other type of honey. Manuka Honey has even been found to be effective in treating conditions such as MRSA Staph infections, where antibiotics have failed. Buonanotte says that in addition to Manuka Honey's ability to naturally produce low levels of hydrogen peroxide, it also contains unique floral nectar components that are not found in other types of honey.

Many people have lost sight of the fact that honey was used for medicinal purposes many years before modern-day medicine was invented. It is believed that honey will soon make a comeback in the medical industry as antibiotics and traditional forms of medicine become less effective against more resilient mutated bacterial strains. Unlike many pharmaceuticals, honey has been found to have no negative side effects when used for medical purposes. Medical-grade honey can also be used in addition to prescribed medication without causing any conflict.

For more information or to purchase Manuka Honey products, call 1-866-427-7329 or visit www.HoneymarkProducts.com.

Manuka Honey - The Ultimate Natural Healer

A premium type of mono-floral honey that is produced in New Zealand is being used as an alternative to traditional forms of medicine.

If you are one of the many people who don't like to use medicine and would prefer to utilize a more natural remedy, you will find the following information very valuable. It has been discovered that Manuka Honey can cure and/or provide relief to a number of different health disorders including but not limited to the following:

• Diarrhea
  
• Ulcers
  
• Infections
  
• Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  
• Gastrointestinal Disorders
  
• MRSA/Staph Infections
  
• Acid Reflux Disease
  
• Sore/Strep Throat
  
• Cold/Flu Symptoms
  
• Acne
  
• Eczema
  
• Ringworm
  

Infectious diseases that can be effectively treated with Manuka Honey include the following:

• Anthrax
  
• Diphtheria
  
• Urinary Tract Infections
  
• Ear Infections
  
• Meningitis
  
• Respiratory Infections
  
• Sinusitis
  
• Pneumonia
  
• Tuberculosis
  
• Typhoid
  
• Dysentery
  
• Abscesses
  
• Boils
  
• Carbuncles
  
• Impetigo
  
• Tooth Decay
  
• Gum Disease
  
• Puerperal Fever
  
• Rheumatic Fever
  
• Scarlet Fever
  
• Cholera
  

Manuka Honey is also very well-known for its wound healing capabilities. The types of wounds that have been successfully treated with Manuka Honey are:

• Abrasions
  
• Amputations
  
• Abscesses
  
• Bed Sores
  
• Burns
  
• Burst Abdominal Wounds
  
• Cancrum
  
• Cervical Ulcers
  
• Chilblains
  
• Diabetic Ulcers
  
• Septic Wounds
  
• Surgical Wounds
  
• Varicose Ulcers
  
• MRSA/VRE
  

The medical benefits of Manuka Honey are primarily due to its ability to retain moisture and its antibacterial properties. Since Manuka Honey is all-natural, it has been found to have no negative side effects when used for medicinal purposes.

For more information or to purchase Manuka Honey, call 1-866-427-7329 or visit www.HoneymarkProducts.com.

Manuka Honey as a Natural Alternative to Antibiotics

Recent studies have shown that a particular type of honey outperforms antibiotics when treating many health complications, both internally and topically on the skin.

There is a natural alternative to conventional medicine when treating certain health conditions such as stomach ulcers, acid reflux disease, irritable bowel syndrome, infected wounds, pressure sores, etc. This natural treatment solution comes in the form of a special type of honey found only in New Zealand called Manuka Honey.

Since Manuka Honey contains natural antimicrobial properties, many health conditions caused by harmful microorganisms (bacterial, viral or fungal) can be treated with Manuka Honey. Since pharmaceuticals are notorious for causing negative side effects, Manuka Honey is being viewed as a safe alternative. It has been discovered that Manuka Honey contains extremely powerful antibacterial properties that can effectively treat a wide spectrum of health conditions, without any harmful side effects.

But don't be fooled. Just because Manuka Honey is a natural substance, doesn't mean it has less healing powers than medicine. Not only does Manuka Honey work like a medicine in treating certain conditions, in many cases, it seems to work better than antibiotics and shows effectiveness even where traditional forms of medicine have failed. For example, the resilient antibiotic-resistant suberbugs known as MRSA that are responsible for causing potentially life-threatening Staph infections are no match to the antibacterial action of Manuka Honey. This unique medical-grade honey goes to work at disabling the dangerous microbes by dehydrating them and preventing them from multiplying.

For conditions such as gastrointestinal complications, IBS and H. pylori/stomach ulcers, Manuka Honey can be taken orally. However, Manuka Honey has many useful topical applications as well. For example, when applied directly to the skin, Manuka Honey is effective in treating conditions such as acne, burns, wounds, eczema, ringworm and any other bacterial or fungal infection.

Medical professionals around the world are beginning to recognize the benefits of using Manuka Honey instead of antibiotics and other medications. Unlike antibiotics, it's not crucial to identify the type of bacteria that is causing the infection as Manuka Honey destroys all infectious microorganisms that may be present. When using antibiotics, the specific infectious bacterium has to be identified in order to determine which antibiotic should be used.

There is also no problem with resistance when using Manuka Honey for medicinal purposes. When using antibiotics, there is a 50% chance that it won't work due to bacteria becoming so widely resistant to antibiotics in recent years. To date, there has been no reports of any bacteria being able to develop a resistance to Manuka Honey. With experts predicting the emergence of new antibiotic-resistant strains of bacteria in the future, doctors will become more reliant on Manuka Honey's unparalleled antibacterial properties.

Manuka Honey's ability to eradicate MRSA is now being viewed as a major breakthrough in the health care industry, as reports of Staph infections are running rampant all over the world. The CDC has recently determined that MRSA now kills more people in the U.S. than AIDS, making it a serious health concern of epidemic proportion. With antibiotics proving to be relatively useless against MRSA, Manuka Honey's efficacy is gaining worldwide recognition.

Another benefit of using Manuka Honey for medical purposes is that it tastes better than medicine. Manuka Honey is also less expensive than most medicine as well. People all over the world are using Manuka Honey to treat heartburn, ulcers, stomach aches, gastritis and other internal health complications. For skin care, Manuka Honey must be applied topically and can be used for any kind of wounds, skin ulcers, sores, insect stings/bites, poison ivy/oak, scrapes, acne, eczema, etc. Even cosmetically, Manuka Honey is being used to reduce wrinkles on the skin.

Because of Manuka Honey's rich, sweet taste, taking it orally is usually not a problem. However, Manuka Honey can be somewhat of a sticky mess when used on the skin. A company called Honeymark has developed a line of skin care products containing active Manuka Honey to eliminate this inconvenience.

"Even though it is very effective, using Manuka Honey externally to treat conditions such as eczema, athlete's foot or any other condition that covers a large portion of the skin can be impractical because of its sticky nature," says Frank Buonanotte, CEO of Honeymark International. "That's why our customers prefer using our Manuka Honey skin care products over pure Manuka Honey. Our products offer all of the same benefits to using Manuka Honey without the sticky mess."

It's important to know that Manuka Honey can be diluted 100 fold and still be effective as a natural healing agent. Therefore, using Manuka Honey as a main ingredient in liquid-based or cream-based products presents no threat of it losing its potency. For internal purposes, Buonanotte recommends taking pure Manuka Honey orally, as long as it's a medical-grade active Manuka Honey (UMF 10 or higher). For external purposes, Honeymark's Manuka Honey skin care products are user friendly with a much more desirable application.

For more information or to purchase Manuka Honey and Honeymark's Manuka Honey skin care products, call 1-866-427-7329 or visit www.HoneymarkProducts.com.

Benefits of Using Manuka Honey as a Wound Dressing

Manuka Honey is becoming a popular ingredient in wound care products because of its ability to rapidly clear infection and heal wounds. The following delineates the benefits of utilizing this amazing natural resource as a viable treatment alternative to conventional wound medications.

Honey has been used as a natural wound healer for many years. However, recent discoveries have concluded that one particular kind of honey, indigenous to New Zealand, contains plant-derived healing properties that sets it apart from other types of honey. Manuka Honey's greatest asset is its antibacterial properties. Most traditional forms of medicine used for clearing infections can be damaging to skin tissue. However, Manuka Honey has been found to have no known side effects.

In addition to being an excellent source for healing infection, Manuka Honey also helps to prevent scarring. During the healing process, a wound will form a scab in an effort to prevent further blood loss. The problem is that newly forming skin can only grow below the scab. This creates a deformity as the new tissue is not even with the rest of the skin. However, the moist healing environment created by Manuka Honey helps to lift the scab, therefore, allowing for the regeneration of new skin to grow flush with the surface of the wound.

In some more serious wounds, patients notice that the wound begins to smell bad. Wounds most commonly associated with malodor include exudating wounds, chronic pressure ulcers, venous leg ulcers, diabetic/neuropathic ulcers, fungating, cancerous or malignant lesions and wounds with necrotic tissue. Wound odor is mostly due to the degradation of tissue or bacteria that release compounds and fatty acids. When a Manuka Honey-based dressing is used, the bacteria feed of the sugars in the honey and give off better smelling gases, therefore minimizing or eliminating malodor.

Manuka Honey also has powerful anti-inflammatory properties that help to relieve pain associated with wounds. Once Manuka Honey is applied to a wound, tissue inflammation and swelling is immediately reduced. Since pain is never considered a desirable experience, this could possibly be one of Manuka Honey's more favorable qualities.

Perhaps the element that has brought Manuka Honey into the spot light as of late is its ability to destroy antibiotic-resistant bacteria such as MRSA and VRE. With the widespread concern of Staph infections and the lack of treatment alternatives, Manuka Honey has come through like a ray of hope, effectively healing such conditions where antibiotics have failed. News headlines around the world have described Manuka Honey's ability to go toe-to-toe with this deadly infection. The best way to describe it is that, by osmosis, Manuka Honey draws moisture out of the bacterial cells, making it impossible for them to stay alive. This is why no bacteria has ever been able to develop a resistance to Manuka Honey, and never will.

Below is a brief recapitulation of Manuka Honey's wound healing benefits:

• Antibacterial properties rapidly clear infection
  
  
• Causes scabs to lift, avoiding the formation of scars
  
  
• Eliminates malodor in more serious wounds
  
  
• Kills antibiotic-resistant bacteria such as MRSA
  
  
• Heals wounds quickly
  
  
• Repairs damaged skin and regenerates new skin growth
  
  
• Anti-inflammatory properties reduce pain
  
  
• No negative side effects
  
  

If the thought of applying honey directly to a wound is less desirable, a company called Honeymark has developed a First Aid Antiseptic Lotion containing Active Manuka Honey that is extremely effective in treating wounds and burns. "Honeymark's First Aid Antiseptic Lotion has all the health benefits of using Manuka Honey as a wound dressing without the sticky mess," says Frank Buonanotte, CEO of Honeymark International. "This product also has other valuable ingredients that make it extremely effective in treating seriously infected wounds, burns or minor cuts and scrapes. It's a must-have in your medicine cabinet or first aid kit"

For more information or to purchase Honeymark's First Aid Antiseptic Lotion, call 1-866-427-7329 or visit www.HoneymarkProducts.com.

Manuka Honey, the Natural Wound Healer

Honey from New Zealand provides what scientists believe to be the most efficient wound healing properties, capable of eradicating even the most resilient bacterial infections.

When it comes to health care products, consumers want to feel completely comfortable with the ingredients used. At a time when more people are losing faith in pharmaceuticals and leaning more toward natural alternatives, honey has become a desirable ingredient. With the FDA cracking down on pharmaceutical companies to disclose all possible side effects of their products, consumers seek refuge in the fact that honey has no negative side effects when used topically on the skin as an antibacterial agent.

Talk about track records...honey has been used as a wound dressing for over 4000 years. Recent studies have shown that the utilization of honey as a healing agent holds up better than more traditional dressing materials in its effectiveness in managing wounds.

Manuka Honey, which is derived from a plant that is native to New Zealand, has proven to be the superior type of honey to use for therapeutic purposes because of the existence of additional antimicrobial properties. Standard honey can lose its ability to destroy bacteria if exposed to certain conditions such as heat or light. It can also lose its effectiveness if diluted by wound fluid. However, Manuka Honey's antibacterial action is stable and maintains its potency when exposed to these elements. It also doesn't have any adverse effects on wound tissue the way other wound dressings do.

Manuka Honey's main claim to fame is its ability to destroy MRSA and heal Staph infections. As antibiotics are proving to be less effective against these resilient strains of bacteria, Manuka Honey is gaining popularity as a universal wound dressing for conditions such as skin ulcers, surgical wounds, pressure sores, chronic wounds and even simple every day cuts and scrapes. Medical professionals are even finding that Manuka Honey works wonders on 1st, 2nd and 3rd degree burns.

In addition to its ability to efficiently clear infection, Manuka Honey also has an anti-inflammatory action which helps to relieve pain associated with wounds. It's debriding action removes foreign matter and dead tissue from a wound, allowing for a clean healing environment that's conducive for the regeneration of new skin tissue. By osmosis, Manuka Honey draws moisture out of bacterial cells, in essence, forcing them to shrivel up and die.

As a general rule, Manuka Honey seems to work on hard-to-heal wounds where other conventional methods have failed. Manuka Honey has also been known to form a protective barrier around a wound, preventing it from becoming infected. Malodor is reduced or in some cases eliminated in more serious wounds become the microorganisms in the wound feed on the sugars in the honey and give off more pleasant-smelling gasses.

Another benefit to using wound dressings containing Manuka Honey is that a moist healing environment is created, which lifts scabs and dead skin tissue from the wound. This allows the wound to heal flush with the surface of the skin, preventing scarring. A scar forms when a wound can only heal below a scab, creating deformity. Manuka Honey also has the ability to diffuse deep below the surface of the skin which allows it to clear deep-seeded infection.

To overcome the messiness associated with applying honey directly to the skin, a company called Honeymark has developed a First Aid Antiseptic Lotion containing Active Manuka Honey which allows for a much more user-friendly application. "Manuka Honey has been proven to destroy the MRSA bacterium when antibiotics have failed," says Frank Buonanotte, CEO of Honeymark International. "Manuka Honey inhibits the growth of bacteria better than any other substance that has been used to treat infection." Buonanotte cautions that only Active Manuka Honey should be used for wound care. Ordinary honey may not have enough potency to destroy the bacteria that infects wounds.

For more information or to purchase Honeymark's First Aid Antiseptic Lotion, call 1-866-427-7329 or visit www.HoneymarkProducts.com.

A Cure for MRSA

Honeymark International, a manufacturer of advanced skin care products, has announced that its wound care product, First Aid Antiseptic Lotion (Wound & Burn Dressing with Active Manuka Honey), significantly reduces the presence of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) in wounds.

MRSA continues to plague hospitals, schools and communities by killing thousands of people each year. The number of hospital admissions for MRSA has significantly increased over the past decade (1000% increase since 1995). It is estimated that 53 million people carrying MRSA. This resilient bacterium is resistant to common antibiotics such as methicillin, amoxicillin, penicillin and oxacillin. It is also expected that MRSA will quickly become resistant to new antibiotics as well. Historically, MRSA has been most common among people with weak immune systems living in hospitals, nursing homes and other long-term care facilities. However, it has become a problem in healthy people, increasing the number of reported cases of community-acquired MRSA.

It has been reported that MRSA, which is now reaching beyond the walls of hospitals and nursing homes into the general community, claims more lives than AIDS in some countries. That's why products such as Honeymark's First Aid Antiseptic Lotion are being viewed as a valuable alternative to antibiotics. In addition to eradicate MRSA, Honeymark's First Aid Antiseptic Lotion also helps wounds heal faster. When treating wounds or skin ulcers, the effectiveness of Active Manuka Honey in eliminating MRSA and healing Staph infections is a positive finding that has encouraging implications for wound management and infection control.

In addition to the increase in MRSA, the need for more advanced wound care solutions is being driven by an aging population as well as the rise in diabetes and chronic vascular disorders. It is also expected that more mutated, antibiotic-resistant strains of bacteria will begin to emerge in the future. Recent market research suggests an increase in the need for Manuka honey-based dressings because of their effectiveness in healing wounds as well as bacteria's inability to develop a resistance to Manuka Honey.

Even though most doctors usually prefer pharmaceuticals over natural alternatives, MRSA's ability to defeat antibiotics has left the medical industry with no choice other than to take Manuka Honey products seriously. At a time when consumers are becoming more educated on the negative health effects of synthetic pharmaceutical ingredients and gaining interest in all-natural products, Honeymark is capitalizing on the astounding health benefits of Manuka Honey. To date, there has been no reports of any negative side effects to using Manuka Honey for medical purposes.

"Manuka Honey attacks bacteria in a different manner in which antibiotics do," says Frank Buonanotte, CEO of Honeymark International. "Manuka Honey's osmotic action has to draw moisture out of the bacteria, making it impossible for them to survive. This is why MRSA and other hard-to-kill bacteria will never be able to develop a resistance to it."

For more information or to purchase Honeymark's Fist Aid Antiseptic Lotion, call 1-866-427-7329 or visit www.HoneymarkProducts.com.

Manuka Honey and Wound Care

Many reports indicate that Manuka Honey is an extremely effective first aid resource for cuts, grazes, gashes, burns and other wounds.

Derived from the nectar of the flowers that grow on the Manuka tree, native to New Zealand, Manuka Honey is gaining ever increasing worldwide recognition for its healing properties. There are many ways in which Manuka Honey can be used, particularly for topical use on the skin. There is growing anecdotal evidence that Manuka Honey is effective for therapeutic use, even against antibiotic-resistant strains of bacteria such as MRSA. Manuka Honey has shown great promise in the treatment of wounds, leg ulcers and burns.

The use of Manuka Honey for wound care is the area receiving the most attention from researchers. It is important to know that all honey has some antibacterial activity that is effective in the treatment of wounds, primarily due to the presence of hydrogen peroxide. The additional healing properties found in bio-active Manuka Honey (such as UMF and methylglyoxal) make it even more suitable for medical use. Not only can Manuka Honey destroy existing bacteria in an infected wound, but it also creates a protective barrier over the wound area, preventing more bacteria from entering.

With the range of antioxidants, amino acids, vitamins, trace elements and sugar, Manuka Honey has a positive nutrient effect on newly regenerating tissue in a healing wound. Equally important in regard to new tissue growth in wounds, is the process of changing dressings. Wound dressings containing Manuka Honey create a moist healing environment that prevents direct contact between the dressing and newly formed tissue so that damage or disturbance to it is reduced from the changing of dressings.

More serious wounds such as Leg ulcers are a frustrating occurrence that can detrimentally affect mobility if worsened. The same healing properties that make Manuka Honey effective for the treatment of wounds also apply to leg ulcers. There are many anecdotal reports indicating that active Manuka Honey is effective in treating leg ulcers that were not responding to conventional treatments. It has also been noted that Manuka Honey is successful at reducing the malodor associated with leg ulcers and chronic wounds.

Manuka Honey’s effectiveness in healing and preventing infection is also helpful for the treatment of burns. A reduction of pain associated with burns has also been reported, due to the anti-inflammatory properties present in Manuka Honey. As part of Manuka Honey's ability to keep a wound area moist and its positive nutrient effect on tissue regeneration, it also helps to reduce scarring by lifting scabs and dead tissue, allowing the burn or wound to heal flush with the surface of the skin.

If the idea of using honey on your skin is not desirable, there is a viable solution. A company called Honeymark has developed a line of skin care products containing UMF Active Manuka Honey as a healing agent. "Honeymark products take the sticky mess out of applying Manuka Honey directly to wounds or other skin conditions," says Frank Buonanotte, CEO of Honeymark International. "In addition to medical-grade active Manuka Honey, there are also other helpful ingredients in our products that gives you the edge over using plain Manuka Honey to treat a wound or burn."

For more information or to purchase Manuka Honey products, call 1-866-427-7329 or visit www.HoneymarkProducts.com.

Therapeutic Benefit of Manuka Honey in Wound Care

Researchers have conducted extensive studies in order to take a closer look at how and why Manuka Honey is effective in healing wounds. The results are very interesting.


In comparing the use of Manuka Honey dressings with topical antiseptics on wound infections, it has been found that Manuka Honey dressings significantly reduce the amount of fluid exuding from the wound. This, in part, is a result of the anti-inflammatory properties present in Manuka Honey. In addition, the anti-inflammatory properties in Manuka Honey also help to reduce pain and minimize scaring.

It has also been established that Manuka Honey dressings create a moist wound environment which facilitates the healing process. Manuka Honey draws lymph out of the deeper tissues of the wound by osmosis and continuously cleanses the wound bed. Lymph fluid contains enzymes that degrade protein molecules. The constant reduction of wound fluids remove foreign body contamination, such as dirt or grit.

The most likely explanation for Manuka Honey’s debriding activity involves the conversion of blood to plasmin, which is an enzyme that breaks down the protein in blood coagulation. This conversion minimizes dead tissue and scab formation on the wound. The osmotic action of Manuka honey draws moisture into the skin.

It has also been found that Manuka Honey has the ability to reduce malodor in wounds. Malodorous substances such as ammonia and sulphur compounds are produced when bacteria feeds on the protein in a wound. Because Manuka Honey provides bacteria an alternative source of energy (sugar), these noxious compounds are no longer produced and wound malodor is eliminated.

In clinical observations, Manuka Honey has also been proven to have the ability to manage wound infection in circumstances where antibiotics and other conventional treatments have failed. More specifically, Manuka Honey has been found to be effective against antibiotic-resistant strains of bacteria such as Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), vancomycin-resistant Enterococci (VRE) and other multi-resistant microorganisms. These mutated types of bacteria protect themselves from antimicrobial elements by forming a biofilm. Manuka Honey breaks down these clumpy biofilms as well as preventing the formation of biofilms. These findings are particularly encouraging, considering the growing number of cases involving Staph infections that don't respond to antibiotics. So far there has been no evidence of any bacterial resistance to Manuka Honey. It is highly unlikely that bacteria will ever be able to develop a resistance to Manuka Honey because bacteria rely on sugar as a source of food.

Manuka Honey's antibacterial properties are a result of the following:

1. The high sugar content and low water activity provides an osmotic action;
2. Acidic pH inhibits bacterial growth;
3. Glucose oxidase enzyme produces hydrogen peroxide;
4. Plant-derived factors such as UMF and Methylglyoxal.

Manuka Honey's antibacterial properties have the ability to penetrate below the surface of the skin, making it possible to clear deep-seated infections and boils with unbroken skin. In other words, Manuka Honey diffuses through the skin, getting to deeper tissues.

"The use of Manuka Honey dressings help prevent cross contamination," says Frank Buonanotte, CEO of Honeymark International which is a manufacturer of advanced wound and skin care products containing Active Manuka Honey as a healing agent. "The sticky nature of Manuka Honey provides a protective barrier that prevents cross contamination."

For more information or to purchase Manuka Honey-based wound care dressings, call 1-866-427-7329 or visit www.HoneymarkProducts.com.

Manuka Honey Healing

Recent studies and scientific research indicates that the antimicrobial properties found in Active Manuka Honey play a major role in healing a wide variety of health conditions.

Medical grade honey produced in New Zealand known as 'Manuka Honey' is being used as an ingredient in health care products because of its extraordinary healing properties, especially its ability to miraculously heal wounds. Clinical studies have shown that Manuka Honey effectively addresses wound issues such as exuding wound fluid, tissue inflammation, pain, devitalized tissue and infection. Manuka Honey-based creams and lotions have been developed to make the application easier and not as messy or sticky as applying honey directly on the skin.

The differences between the various types of honey and their healing properties depend on the floral source that it is derived from. Not all kinds of honey should be used for medical purposes. It is generally accepted that Active Manuka Honey is the only type of honey that should be used therapeutically. Manuka Honey's healing properties are so effective that scientists and medical professionals are beginning to regard it as the best natural antibiotic in the world.

Honey has been used as a healing agent for thousands of years. In fact there has even been mention of honey being used for medicinal purposes in the Bible, Koran and Torah. Honey dressings were used for wound care all the way up until the first part of the 20th century. With the advent of antibiotics in the 1930s and 1940s, doctors were under the misconception that antibiotics were more effective that honey. However, with the emergence of antibiotic-resistant strains of bacteria (such as MRSA), medical professionals have been reconsidering the use of honey in modern medicine. Even consumers have been warming up to the idea of using honey as a medicine with all of the recent documentation available on the Internet stating Manuka Honey's effectiveness as an all-natural healer with no negative side effects.

Unfortunately, the therapeutic use of active Manuka Honey is grossly underutilized. As more reports of its astounding results become known, this is expected to change. Scientists caution that only medical grade active Manuka Honey should be used for healing wounds and other health conditions and not the standard honey that can be purchased in supermarkets as a food item. Active Manuka Honey is filtered, gamma-irradiated and produced under carefully controlled standards to ensure its potency.

Manuka Honey may be ahead of its time as many doctors have failed to recognize the evidence linked to its effectiveness. However, honey's transition from the food cabinet to the medicine cabinet is imminent. Manuka Honey's ability to combat bacterial "biofilms" is unprecedented. A biofilm is a bacterial community that exists within a self-produced extra-cellular polysaccharide matrix. Bio-films act as a barrier, protecting the bacteria from antimicrobial elements, such as antibiotics. "Manuka Honey prevents the bacteria from forming biofilms and proceeds to draw water out of the bacterial cells, making it impossible for the bacteria to survive," says Frank Buonanotte, CEO of Honeymark International, a manufacturer of health care products containing active Manuka Honey as a healing agent. "This is how Manuka Honey is able to destroy MRSA and heal Staph infections where antibiotics have failed." To date, there has been no evidence of any form of bacteria being able to develop a resistance to Manuka Honey.

There is no doubt that honey is being re-established as a valuable agent in modern wound care management. Healing properties of Manuka Honey are as follows:

• Provides a moist healing environment;
  
• Has a debriding action;
  
• Removes malodor;
  
• Has extremely powerful antibacterial and antimicrobial properties;
  
• Has an anti-inflammatory activity which helps reduce pain.
  

In addition to wound care, reports indicate that Manuka Honey is also effective in treating the following conditions:

• Eczema
  
• Ringworm
  
• Arthritis
  
• Acne
  
• Lice and Dandruff
  
• Psoriasis
  
• Muscle and Joint Pain
  
• Dermatitis and other dry skin conditions
  
• Skin Ulcers and Pressure Sores
  

For more information or to purchase Manuka Honey products, call 1-866-427-7329 or visit www.HoneymarkProducts.com.

Manuka Honey Skin Care

Studies have found that one particular type of honey contains extraordinary healing properties, making it an ideal ingredient in various skin care and wound care products.

There's a new area of medical research and it focuses on an edible item that has been around for a very long time. This all-natural substance that is being studied for medical use is honey, but not necessarily the kind of honey you would buy in a supermarket. This type of healing honey is known as Manuka Honey, and experts are saying that it can relief a host of ailments.In laboratories all around the world, researchers are working relentlessly on new medical treatments. As it turns out one of the most promising is Manuka Honey.

Medicinal uses for honey go back 5000 years to the ancient Egyptians and Greeks. However, honey is generating new interest these days as the science of its healing powers catches up to its folk legend. Honeymark International of Long Island, NY is having success with its line of Manuka Honey-based health care products. Honeymark products are made with Manuka Honey, which is a particularly potent type of honey that comes from New Zealand region and is known for its healing ability. Manuka Honey can do what an increasing number of modern antibiotics cannot, which is stop drug-resistant super-bugs such as MRSA and VRE.

"Manuka Honey accelerates the healing process in wounds and burns," says Frank Buonanotte, CEO of Honeymark International. "It does this by sucking the moisture out of the cells of the bacteria and then they can't function." Wound care dressings containing Manuka Honey, such as the ones manufactured by Honeymark, are particularly effective in hard-to-heal wounds that are unresponsive to other forms of medication.

Manuka Honey contains vitamins and other useful components that contribute to its effectiveness, such as copper, iodine, zinc, enzymes, hydrogen peroxide, etc. The healing power of honey doesn't end there. Manuka Honey has been effective in treating symptoms such as eczema, arthritis, ringworm, athlete's foot, acne, etc.

Buonanotte emphasizes that the honey sold in supermarkets does not have the healing properties that are found in Manuka Honey. This is because standard honey is filtered and boiled to prolong the shelf life, not to mention that commercial honey just doesn't have the same antibacterial components that are found in Manuka Honey. If your worried about the sticky mess of using honey topically on the skin, Honeymark makes medicated creams and lotions that contain Active Manuka Honey.

For more information or to purchase Manuka Honey products, call 1-866-427-7329 or visit www.HoneymarkProducts.com.

The Unique Manuka Factor (UMF)

Manuka Honey is a special type of honey that has been found to have extraordinary healing properties and is now being used as a main ingredient in health care products because of its natural antibacterial activity.

Researchers have discovered that Manuka honey is a superior and effective treatment for wound infections. Studies have shown that all varieties of honey have some levels of antibacterial activity, primarily due to the presence of hydrogen peroxide. However, Manuka Honey has a much higher level of activity, up to 30 times greater than that of other types of honey. The studies have shown that Manuka Honey contains an additional antibacterial component found only in honey produced from the nectar that bees gather from the flowers that grow on the Manuka bush which is indigenous to New Zealand and some parts of Australia. This other antibacterial component has become know as the Unique Manuka Factor or UMF.

There are several components that explain the antibacterial activity found in Manuka Honey. The high sugar content of Manuka Honey creates an environment in which there are very few water molecules, making it difficult for microorganisms to grow. In addition, the low pH level of Manuka Honey inhibits the growth of pathogens. During the developmental stage, bees add enzymes to the nectar to form honey. One byproduct of this enzyme is hydrogen peroxide. When Manuka Honey is diluted by wound or other bodily fluids, the enzyme activity increases, creating a slow release antiseptic that is antibacterial but does not cause tissue damage like other forms of hydrogen peroxide. The Unique Manuka Factor is an antimicrobial component that is somewhat of a phenomenon, creating an environment impossible for bacteria and other microbes to survive.

The fact that other types of honey do not posses this extra UMF compound is what makes Manuka Honey different in terms of its ability to heal. The antibacterial properties in standard honey can be rapidly destroyed if exposed to certain conditions such as heat or light. However the UMF activity in Manuka Honey does not break down, resulting in the antibacterial activity remaining intact and unaffected. It is also important to know that not all Manuka Honey is considered to be active or have healing properties. It is believed that only Manuka Honey with a UMF rating of 10 or higher is suitable for medical use. The higher the UMF rating, the higher its antibacterial activity.

Manuka Honey's ability to heal is so powerful that it has even been found to be effective in treating antibiotic-resistant strains of bacteria such as MRSA and VRE. These new developments are taking the medical industry by storm as a need for alternative solutions to these life-threatening, hard-to-kill bacteria threaten our schools, hospitals and communities.

"Wound dressings made with Manuka Honey are a viable alternative to traditional forms of medicine when treating Staph infections," says Frank Buonanotte, CEO of Honeymark International, a manufacturer of health care products containing Active UMF Manuka Honey as a healing agent. "Our First Aid Antiseptic Lotion has been effective in treating MRSA when other products, including antibiotics, have failed."

For more information or to purchase Manuka Honey products, call 1-866-427-7329 or visit www.HoneymarkProducts.com.

Using Manuka Honey to Heal Wounds Infected by MRSA

Scientists have discovered that Manuka Honey has the ability to destroy antibiotic-resistant strains of bacteria because of its extraordinary antibacterial properties.


Honey is an ancient remedy that is gaining increased acceptance in the modern treatment of wounds. It has now been discovered that a particular type of honey called 'Manuka Honey' contains even more powerful antibacterial and antimicrobial properties that are effective in destroying a wide range of pathogens and has been shown to be equally effective against antibiotic-resistant strains of bacteria.

In laboratory studies, the effect of exposing MRSA to Manuka Honey was performed using electron microscopy. MRSA that was exposed to Manuka Honey showed noticeable differences to the MRSA that wasn't exposed to Manuka Honey. The notable difference was the presence of septa in cells inhibited by Manuka Honey.

In MRSA exposed to Manuka Honey, there was a increase in the numbers of bacterial cells with septain comparison to MRSA that was not exposed to Manuka Honey. It is believe that Manuka Honey interferes with the cell cycle of MRSA by affecting the separation of new cells after septum formation. Therefore, cells unable to complete division are disabled at that point in the cell cycle. MRSA is extremely difficult to treat because of its resistance to antibiotics. This research indicates that Manuka Honey is a viable solution to treating wounds infected with MRSA.

MRSA is a spherical bacterium that grows and divides into 2 similar cells every 30 minutes. It divides by forming a septum across the middle of the cell, which then splits in half to release two new cells. It has been found that 41% of untreated MRSA contained septa, whereas MRSA treated with Manuka Honey had higher proportions of septa. This occurred within one hour of exposing MRSA to Manuka Honey.

"MRSA cannot survive in the presence of Manuka Honey," says Frank Buonanotte, CEO of Honeymark International, which is a manufacturer of health care products containing Manuka Honey as a healing agent. "In fact, to date, there has been no bacteria that has been able to develop a resistance to Manuka Honey, making it an extremely effective wound healer." Honeymark has developed a First Aid Antiseptic Lotion with Active Manuka Honey that has been successful in treating Staph infections and MRSA where other products have failed.

For more information or to purchase this product, call 1-866-427-7329 or visit www.HoneymarkProducts.com.

Manuka Honey Destroys MRSA and Heals Staph Infections

A type of honey called Manuka honey contains a component that is effective against antibiotic-resistant bacteria such as staphylococcus aureus and helicobacter pylori.

Honey contains hydrogen peroxide (H2O2), which is a known antiseptic that can be used to clear infections and heal wounds. In addition, honey is high in sugar, low in protein and very acidic. These factors combine to make honey capable of killing contaminants it comes into contact with. Scientists have now found that various types of honey contain different antibacterial substances.

Research has proven that "Manuka Honey" heals and sterilizes wounds and ulcers, more so than other types of honey and even traditional forms of medicine. It also assists in the growth of new skin and contains antibacterial properties that are so powerful that even antibiotic-resistant forms of bacteria have not been able to withstand it. Manuka Honey contains antioxidants that eliminate free radicals in the body. When Manuka Honey is exposed to air, it draws moisture in from the air, giving it a hygroscopic nature. This prevents scarring by keeping the skin moist, regenerating new skin tissue and stops bandages from sticking to the wound.

There has been hundreds of clinical trials over the past 2 decades, conducted by hospitals and universities all over the world. These clinical trials have found that Manuka Honey contains additional antibacterial properties as well as the hydrogen peroxide. Manuka Honey has gained increased notoriety because of its ability to wipe out the super-bugs associated with MRSA and Staph infections. The nectar secreted by the Manuka Tree (indigenous to New Zealand) contains what scientists call the Unique Manuka Factor or UMF. It is this antibacterial component that sets Manuka Honey apart from other types of honey.

Because of its healing properties, Manuka Honey is now being used in wound care products, as well as a wide range of other health care products for eczema, ringworm, arthritis and acne. Most products used to treat wounds are toxic and poisonous to the body. This is not the case with Manuka Honey. Being a natural substance, it can be used liberally without the fear of negative side effects.

In the past, Silver creams and dressings have been promoted for wound care treatment. These products are supported with marketing to the medical profession. However, silver is not proven to work. Silver has only undergone one clinical trial in which the result was inconclusive. However, some doctors who haven't bothered to read the clinical trials, still recommend silver. Manuka Honey is slowly becoming the preferred choice for wound care, given the recent discoveries.

It is an urban myth that you should expose an open wound to fresh air, allowing it to "breathe". When this happens, a hard, dry scab forms over the wound which makes it difficult for the new skin to grow underneath. As the new, soft and delicate skin grows, it is restricted by the hard tissue above, which causes scarring. Using wound dressings that contain Manuka Honey help the scab lift easily and naturally, preventing scarring and other skin deformities. Another benefit to using Manuka Honey is that it has a natural analgesic effect, significantly reducing the pain associated with wounds.

"Our Manuka Honey products have been tested by a third-party lab to ensure their effectiveness in destroying the MRSA bacterium," says Frank Buonanotte, CEO of Honeymark International. "Manuka Honey has the ability to draw water out of the bacteria, making it impossible for the bacteria to survive, which is different than the way antibiotics work."

For more information or to purchase Manuka Honey products, call 1-866-427-7329 or visit www.HoneymarkProducts.com.

Manuka Honey vs. Bacterial and Fungal Infection

A unique kind of honey contains powerful antibacterial and antimicrobial properties that make it incredibly effective in combating the microorganisms responsible for infecting wounds and causing a variety of other medical conditions.

The Manuka bush (Leptospermum Scoparium) is a plant, native to New Zealand, that blooms flowers producing a unique nectar that bees use to manufacture a very special type of honey. This honey is known as 'Manuka Honey' and has been used as a natural medicine for many years to treat a variety of different health conditions such as eczema, ringworm, wounds and burns. Recent studies have shown that the antibacterial activity of Manuka Honey is extremely effective, even more so than pharmaceuticals with no side effects. It contains natural antimicrobial properties that quicken the healing process and reduce scarring in badly infected wounds.

Researchers have found that wounds heal faster when treated with Manuka Honey dressings in comparison to traditional antiseptics. It has been discovered that Manuka Honey can provide a viable solution to many people living with skin and hair conditions. Dr. Peter Molan, Associate Professor in Biochemistry at the University of Waikato in New Zealand agrees that Manuka Honey has great healing qualities because of its enhanced antibacterial potency, which has become known as the Unique Manuka Factor or UMF. Its antibacterial potency is even effective against antibiotic-resistant strains of bacteria such as MRSA and VRE.

Medical Research has shown that Manuka Honey had an 85% success rate in healing infected wounds, in compared to a 50% success rate of conventional treatments. Manuka Honey is naturally rich in vitamins, minerals and protein which contribute to it's ability to repair damaged hair and skin. Manuka Honey’s antibacterial properties are soothing and can prevent acne, eczema, psoriasis and skin infections.

"The healing properties found in Manuka Honey far supersede that of which can be found in your average health care products sold over-the-counter in pharmacies," says Frank Buonanotte, CEO of Honeymark International which is a manufacturer of Manuka Honey products. "Our products have been achieving better results when used to treat conditions such as eczema, arthritis, ringworm, athlete's foot and wounds. Unlike many pharmaceuticals, Manuka Honey is a natural ingredient that has been found to have no negative side effects."

For more information or to purchase Manuka Honey products, call 1-866-427-7329 or visit www.HoneymarkProducts.com.