Have you heard of manuka honey? Sure, it's a sweet and delicious treat that can elevate any dish, but it also has some serious medicinal properties. Before diving into the ways manuka honey can help heal herpes and cold sores, let's first explore what this wonderful honey is.
What is Manuka Honey?
Manuka honey is honey that is native to New Zealand and produced by bees that feed on the nectar of the manuka tree (Leptospermum scoparium). This honey has become extremely popular due to its unique antibacterial properties, making it a great natural remedy for various illnesses and ailments.
History of Manuka Honey
The use of manuka honey can be traced back to ancient times. The Maori, the indigenous people of New Zealand, have been using manuka honey for its medicinal properties for centuries. In more recent times, manuka honey has become even more popular due to scientific research that has proven its benefits.
Health Benefits of Manuka Honey
There are many health benefits of manuka honey when consumed or used topically. Here are just a few:
- Antibacterial: Manuka honey has antibacterial properties that can help fight off harmful bacteria. It has even been used to treat wounds and infections in hospitals.
- Anti-inflammatory: Manuka honey can help reduce inflammation in the body. It can be used to soothe sore throats, coughs, and other stomach or respiratory issues.
- Immune Boosting: Manuka honey contains antioxidants and nutrients that can help boost your immune system and fight off illness.
- Skin Healing: Manuka honey has been used to treat various skin conditions such as acne, eczema, and even psoriasis due to its antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties.
How Manuka Honey Can Treat Herpes and Cold Sores
Now that we've covered some of the general health benefits of manuka honey, let's talk about how it can help with herpes and cold sores. First of all, manuka honey has antiviral properties that can help fight off the herpes simplex virus. This is what makes it an effective natural remedy for cold sores. Applying manuka honey to a cold sore can help speed up the healing process and reduce the duration and severity of the outbreak.
Manuka honey can also be effective in treating genital herpes. Studies have shown that applying manuka honey to genital herpes lesions can help reduce pain and discomfort and speed up healing.
Recipe Time
Overnight Sore Treatment:
• using a mortar and pestle or a small plate and the back of a spoon, crush 1 Zink tablet into powder.
• In a small glass jar with an airtight lid add 1 TBSP of Manuka Honey.
- Mix the Zink powder with the Manuka honey and stir into a paste. Then apply a dab of this paste to the cold sore or herpes lesion. You can keep it on for a few hours or overnight. (You may place a band-aid over the treated sore to keep the honey from spreading into your bedding.) By morning the sore or lesion should be less visible (almost gone) and less painful. Place the air-tight lid on the remaining paste and store it in a cool place. Repeat the following day/night if needed.
Recognizing Real Manuka Honey
But wait – not all manuka honey is created equal! To get the full benefits of manuka honey, it's important to make sure you're getting the real kind. Here are some things to look for when buying manuka honey:
- UMF Rating: Look for a UMF (Unique Manuka Factor) rating on the label. This is a grading system that measures the antibacterial properties of the honey. The higher the UMF rating, the more potent the honey.
- Origin: Make sure the honey is from New Zealand and specifically states that it is manuka, honey.
- Texture: Real manuka honey is thick and has a creamy consistency. If it looks too runny or liquid, it may be a fake.
In conclusion, manuka honey is a delicious and powerful natural remedy that can help treat a wide variety of ailments. Its unique antibacterial and antiviral properties make it a great choice for those suffering from herpes and cold sores. Just make sure you're getting the real one – your body will thank you!
Caution
•Never give Manuka honey to a child under the age of two.
• Don't consume if you are allergic to bees
• Avoid consuming if have diabetes.
-Happy Healing from Hooser Health
