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Korea has evolved from a war torn country into a manufacturing powerhouse that leads the world in IT innovation, wireless technology, pop culture and cutting edge consumer goods. In a region of fast growth, since the 1960s Korea has increased its per capita GDP more quickly than any of its neighbors. First Button uses it’s manufacturing network to produce products in Korea which are then exported to our customers in countries around the world.
What is Manuka Gold?
Unlike other types of honey which are pasteurised and filtered, Manuka Honey undergoes a specialized process to ensure it is safe but retains all of its nutrients and vitamins. It is subject to almost no processing by the time it reaches the consumer. It is pure liquid gold.
Honey has been used for its healing properties by humans for thousands of years, in fact, ancient Egyptians, Chinese, Greeks and Romans used medicinal honey regularly, to treat wounds and diseases of the gut. But Manuka Honey is a special and unique honey. It’s antibacterial, antiviral and healing properties are what set it apart from traditional honey. It is these important therapeutic properties that make Manuka Honey so famous and are why it is found in numerous products which produce wide reaching benefits to heal you both inside and out.
Manuka Honey
“Superfood Healer”
Prevent Illness
Skincare
Anti Inflammatory
Antimicrobial
All-round Superfood
You can eat it straight or add it to your food to reap its many benefits. It is a natural sweetener and a great natural energy booster. If you aren’t sick, taking it daily will boost your immune system and prevent you from getting sick.
A widely known beauty product it is according to skincare experts the perfect natural alternative for curing acne and skin infections. Because it can absorb moisture directly from the air and draw it into the skin it is also a natural moisturizer and improves skin hydration which is essential to keeping fine lines and wrinkles at bay.
As an anti-inflammatory it is also beneficial for treating skin conditions, healing wounds and improving oral health.
As an antimicrobial it treats conditions like acne and eczema. It also offers antioxidant protection which makes it beneficial for anti-aging purposes. As a prebiotic it aids in improving digestive function.
Manuka Honey’s healing properties make it a great all-round Superfood. It is ideal for soothing a sore throat and as a cough suppressant. It can be used externally on cuts, wounds and ulcers to assist with the healing process. Manuka Honey is well known for its antiviral properties. Because of this, the U. S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved bandages infused with Manuka honey for both over-the-counter and prescription sales. Manuka Honey was first grown in Southern Australia in 1822 and since then Southern Australia has been the premier growing area for Manuka. Coined the ultimate superfood it is revered by dieticians, elite athletes and natural health consumers all across the globe.
Understanding Manuka Honey Ratings
What is Manuka Honey MGO?
Manuka honey boasts several unique qualities, but its antibacterial power is directly related to a magical ingredient called methylglyoxal (MGO), which is produced by bees as they convert dihydroxyacetone (DHA) from nectar in Manuka flowers. DHA is a natural plant compound found in the nectar of various Manuka flowers that grow natively in Australia and it is that which converts to MGO over time as the honey matures. The higher the DHA levels in the nectar the higher the MGO levels in the honey.
In order to measure the true antibacterial properties of Manuka honey it should only be measured by its MGO and ‘non-peroxide activity’ (NPA) levels. MGO is the most accurate way to measure the potency of Manuka honey. The higher the number on the label, the better the health benefits and antibacterial properties.
What is a Manuka Honey UMF?
UMF (Unique Manuka Factor) rating is a unique term that was created and trademarked by the UMF Honey association to describe NPA because for a number of years the cause of NPA wasn’t well understood.
So what is Manuka Honey NPA?
NPA is another way to classify the potency and quality of Manuka honey and is responsible for the antibacterial activity in the honey. MGO is the compound primarily responsible for the NPA of Manuka honey. Honey with high NPA is highly sought after for use in medical-grade honey products.
The Manuka Gold Value
Manuka Gold is of the highest quality Manuka Honey from Australia. Sourcing the Manuka Honey directly from an Australian manufacturer is what gives our product its cost and quality advantage.
Dr. Nicholas Kasmeridis is one of the leading endocrinologists in Australia and the CEO of NovaFarms. As an expert in treating all of the biochemical processes that make your body work his desire to help his patients led him on a journey to seek out natural ways to help your body function at the highest level possible. His search led him to Manuka Honey.
Cultivating the purest Manuka Honey Dr. Kasmeridis and his team at NovaFarms continually conduct medical research to further identify the potential healing powers of their Premium Honeys against common medical disorders like cardiovascular and metabolic conditions. Recently published research proves that NovaFarms’ Manuka Honey has strong antibacterial activity and is considered a superfood for treating a simple sore throat, gingivitis and wound infections.
NovaFarms is one of the largest manufacturers of Manuka Honey in Australia and exports their products all over the world. Each batch of Manuka is independently tested to guarantee the highest level of Manuka activity (MGO rating) before it is exported. Here in Korea it is also tested again at the KHSA to ensure our customers receive all of the great benefits from our product.
