The properties of Manuka honey provide a combination of beneficial wound healing effects not found in other types of honeys. Manuka honey has an osmotic effect that helps to de-slough and debride necrotic tissue (1) that can harbour bacteria and impede wound healing. There is a marked reduction in odour (2,4) when Manuka is applied to a malodorous wound. Manuka honey deals with the source of the odour without masking. Manuka honey will protect the wound bed and provide a moist wound healing environment known to be beneficial to wound healing and promote faster healing (3).
Manuka honey is produced in accordance with strict guidelines and sourced only from accredited honey suppliers who are part of the medical Manuka honey program in New Zealand. The bee hives are located in regions of New Zealand where the Manuka plant is heavily concentrated. These regions are far from urban developments and free from potential contamination by pollutants, which meansour Manuka honey is already an exceptionally pure honey product. The bee hives are hygienically controlled and monitored and the honey is extracted in medical standard facilities, not normally associated with the honey industry. The honey is purified and refined without damaging any of its intrinsic health related properties. It is tested for its quality and antibacterial property before and after processing into our dressings such as Activon Tulle or Algivon. Manuka honey is made from the nectar gathered from Manuka plants, part of the Leptospermum species commonly known as the teatree. Honey from this plant source has been found to have a unique antibacterial property not found in honey from other floral sources. This is known as the Unique Manuka Factor. The potency of the honey is compared to the antibacterial potency of diluted Phenol. The potency of our Manuka honey is in the range 12-18 and typically 14 equivalent to a 14% phenol dilution. The antibacterial property of honey from other floral sources is de-activated by an enzyme called catalase which is found naturally in wounds. However, our Manuka honeys Unique Manuka Factor is derived from chemicals from the nectar of the plant which is unaffected by catalase and remains active even at very low concentrations. Manuka honey is a broad spectrum antibacterial product and effective against most wound invading bacteria e.g. staphylococcus aureus, pseudomonas auriginosa etc. In a recent study using standard anti-biotic test procedures it was demonstrated that the bacteriostatic action of our Manuka honey was unrelated to antibiotic sensitivity patterns exhibited by MRSA.(5)
References: (1) Molan. P December 2001 Honey as a topical antibacterial agent for treatment of infected wounds. Available: http://www.worldwidewounds.com/2001/november/Molan/honey-as-topical-agent.html (2) S. Natarajan, D. Williamson, J Grey, KG Harding and RA Cooper (2001) Healing of an MRSA-Colonized, hydroxyurea induced leg ulcer with Honey. Journal of Dermatological Treatment (2001) 12, 33-66 (3) Dunford C et al (2000) The use of honey in wound management. Nursing Standard, 15,11,63-68 November 2000 (4) Thomas P. 1998 April 1998 Odour Absorbing Dressings: A comparative laboratory study. (Online) Available: http://www.worldwidewounds.com/1998/march/Odour-Absorbing-Dressings/odour-absorbing-dressings.html (5) Allen KL, Molan PC, Reid GM. A survey of the antibacterial activity of some New Zealand honeys. J Pharm Pharmacol 1991; 43(12): 817-22.
MGO 400+ Manuka Honey & Colostrum Chewable Tablets are a delicious and convenient form of taking two natural ingredients known to support digestive health and immune system. MGO 400+ Manuka Honey is highly effective in maintaining digestive health because it works to support a healthy balance of good bacteria in the digestive tract. Colostrum provides ongoing protection to ensure the balance of good bacteria is maintained. Manuka Health's Colostrum comes from the cow's milk produced just after a calf is born. Colostrum is made up of fatty acids, proteins and carbohydrates that produce energy and growth. It also contains many biologically active substances which stimulate muscle growth and metabolism. Importantly, Colostrum has high protein, vitamin, and mineral levels and is low in lactose (milk sugar).
Both the Colostrum and the MGO Manuka Honey have been freeze dried to retain the highest quality.
Directions for Use 2 to 6 tablets per day
Content: 150 pieces a 1300 mg from 34,90 EUR
incl. 19 % Tax excl.
Indulge your hands and nails with the intensive moisturising MGO 250+ Manuka Honey Hand & Nail cream which is designed to sooth, firm, strengthen, repair and nourish the nails and skin. Our unique formula contains New Zealand MGO 250+ Manuka Honey, renowned for its remarkable skin repairing properties.
A calming oil with antibacterial, antifungal and anti-inflammatory properties. Manuka Oil is known for its antimicrobial properties. Perfect for all skin types and acne prone skin.
Directions for Use: 1-2 drops on a cotton tip and apply twice daily as a spot treatment or add 5 drops to bath water.
Ingredients: Manuka oil, Limonene*, Linalool*
Size: 10 ml * from natural essential oils. from 17,90 EUR
incl. 19 % Tax excl.
Manuka Honey in mixture with Rewarewa honey - a good company for all life.
This honey contains 50-70 mg Methylglyoxal and it is good for protection of health. Active Manuka Honey with natural power is very strong. Honey, from Manuka, also contains Honig a number of unknown materials, which are recently discovered.
This honey is produced in a natural way of beekeeping. After harvesting honey is carefully stored and filled up,so all the good ingrediants of the honey are remained.
Algivon is a soft alginate dressing impregnated with 100% medical grade Manuka honey. The alginate fibres enable a sustained, slower release of honey. Algivon is an ideal choice for wetter wounds as the alginate has a small capacity to absorb, meaning the honey isn’t washed away with exudate therefore staying at the wound site for longer. The dressing is very soft and conformable, ideal for cavities and debriding and de-sloughing large areas of necrotic and sloughy tissue.
Content: 5 Packages a 5 x 5 cm, 8 g Manuka Honey
Indications Algivon is an ideal choice for wetter wounds as the alginate has a small capacity to absorb, meaning the honey isn’t washed away with exudate therefore staying at the wound site for longer. The dressing is very soft and conformable, ideal for cavities and debriding and de-sloughing large areas of necrotic and sloughy tissue. Algivon may be applied to any wound but especially: Pressure ulcers
leg ulcers
diabetic ulcers
surgical wounds
burns
graft sites
infected wounds
cavity wounds
sinuses
Contraindications Although the honey is not absorbed into the blood stream, we advise monitoring the levels of patients with diabetes. Do not use if allergic to bee venom. Discomfort can be experienced when honey is applied, depending on sensitivity of the wound it may be necessary to consider an appropriate level of analgesic. The initial discomfort usually subsides, however if it does continue, discontinue use and irrigate the wound with saline solution.
Manuka honey brings the following properties:
Anti-bacterial
kills harmful bacteria
Anti-inflammatory
Eliminates odours without masking them
Osmotic effect, drawing harmful tissue away from the wound bed
Maintains the ideal moist wound healing environment
Algivon is an ideal choice for wetter wounds as the alginate has a small capacity to absorb, meaning the honey isn’t washed away with exudate therefore staying at the wound site for longer. The dressing is very soft and conformable, ideal for cavities and debriding and de-sloughing large areas of necrotic and sloughy tissue. from 61,90 EUR
incl. 19 % Tax excl.
