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Chia Seeds, General, Latest Health Articles

Chia seeds pack such a nutritional punch that it is commonly known as a superfood. With protein content of up to 25 percent and dietary fiber reaching 30 percent, mature chia seeds of all colours are a wholesome addition to yogurt, salad, cereals, rice and drinks. They contains significant amounts of omega-3 fatty acids, vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. Can refer to this article on what is chia seeds superfood for more details. 9 brands of white black chia seeds Chia Seeds Superfood I wanted to try Read More...

07 Jan

Does manuka honey attract ant?

Honey, Manuka Honey UMF

Manuka honey attract ant? Or only fake “honey” attract ants? There are many different theories on whether manuka honey attract ants. There are various articles and reports that have different stands on this. Some state that real honey do not attract ants, only fake “honey” that is actually sugary syrup attracts ants, and real honey do not attract ants. By extension, some had views of manuka honey that attract ants as fakes. The truth is a lot more complicated. We had Read More...

02 Jan

What is Chia Seeds? Why is it a Superfood?

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What is Chia Seed and why is it a Super Food? Chia seeds is famous as another superfood rich with nutrients, next to manuka honey. Chia seeds are from Mexico originally and are highly valued for their medicinal properties and nutritional value. It was so valuable it act as a form of currency in the old days. Chia is an edible seed that comes from the desert plant Salvia hispanica, a member of the mint family that grows abundantly in southern Mexico. In pre-Columbian Read More...

28 Dec

Manuka honey airflown from NZ- just in time for 2017

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Manuka Honey Airflown from NZ for 2017 Almost 400 kg of manuka honey – air flown from New Zealand to our warehouse. New stocks for 2017. Make sure you only get UMF certified manuka honey! =) Taku, Kare, Onuku, Comvita, and soon…. Onuku and Tai Tokerau UMF Certified Manuka honey Read More...

24 Dec

Manuka Honey Skin Benefits

Manuka Honey Skin Care, Manuka Honey UMF

Manuka Honey Skin Benefits Manuka honey has many wonderful health benefits that we are all aware of . There are many scientific research that has concluded eating manuka honey daily improves our general health and boost our immunity system. Many people are also aware that eating manuka honey provides lots of nutrients for smooth, flawless skins. But not many people know that manuka honey can be applied directly onto the skin to heal and improve our skin! Celebrities such as Read More...

Top 10 Manuka Honey Benefits

Top 10 Manuka Honey Benefits (Reproduced from https://draxe.com/manuka-honey-benefits-uses/) Manuka honey health benefits have been touted in the natural health world for a long time and even more in recent years because a growing body of research is starting to support thousands of years of folk medicine use. Some of the top Manuka honey uses are: 1. SIBO, Low Stomach Acid, Acid Reflux Small intestine bacterial overgrowth (SIBO), low stomach acid and acid reflux go hand-in-hand. Because of Manuka honey’s known natural antibiotic qualities, it is Read More...

Benefits of Honey

Honey (Normal or Manuka) Nutrition Facts Regular honey is known and eaten regularly for its tremendous nutritional and immune boosting abilities. There is large amount of natural minerals and vitamins which help the metabolizing of undesirable cholesterol and fatty acid on the organs and tissues into the system, hence preventing obesity and promoting better health for us. Benefits of Honey Honey has a healthy Glycemic Index (GI), meaning that its sugars can be gradually absorbed into the bloodstream to result in better digestion.We should try to Read More...

UMF® Honey Licensee

UMF® HONEY ASSOCIATION LICENCEESUMFHA has 67 companies licensed to use the UMF® trademark. Only organizations with a license are allowed to use the UMF® trademark. Honeycity is distributing these registered licencees of UMF® Manuka honey.License # New Zealand Company Website1019 Comvita New Zealand Limited www.comvita.com1098 Taku Honey www.takuhoney.com 2202 Kare Ltd www.kare.co.nz 2252 Onuku Ltd http://www.umf.org.nz/portfolio/onuku-ltd/ Honeycity imports only high quality UMF® manuka honey directly from New Zealand farms. Read More...

How to store Honey and Expiry date tips?

Honey Storage Tips and Expiry Manuka honey should be stored in its original bottle in a cool, dry place, out of direct sunlight. Honey is anti-bacterial and has a long shelf life without the need to be refrigerated. There is no need to refrigerate manuka honey as it can be stored at room temperature. Honey on cabinet shelf Avoid refrigeration to prevent crystallization of the honey. Crystallization is the natural process of glucose sugar molecules aligning into orderly arrangements known as crystals. Do not worry, crystallization Read More...

How to eat Manuka Honey correctly?

Eat UMF Manuka Honey directly, for the best health boost. Take 1 tablespoon 2-3 times a day, before meal. You may like to drink some water after that to wash down the honey. Do NOT use a metal spoon as honey has an acidic pH and reacts with metallic surface. This reaction may damage and reduce the healing properties of honey. Honestly, using a metal spoon is usually alright. You are dipping and scooping the honey out and the metal will only touch the honey for less Read More...

Manuka Honey UMF- Which UMF for me?

Which Manuka Honey UMF for me? Most healthy individuals would find UMF 10+ Manuka honey ideal and effective in immune boosting. Manuka Honey with a UMF of less than 10 has a low level of activity and may not be effective for some medical conditions. The ideal potency is between UMF 10 and 18. manuka honey umf 10+ You may use the below as a guide. UMF 5+: To test the textures, tastes and suitability. You can eat daily as it is very affordable. UMF 10+: Read More...

Manuka Honey Uses in what conditions?

Manuka Honey Uses- a Super Food The results of the Dresden scientific studies show that manuka honey is a super food and it can be regarded as a medical food. Manuka honey can used in a wide range of applications from internal consumption such as stomach ulcers and mouth diseases to external applications that treat wound infections and/or skin conditions. manuka honey uses Here are some of the conditions that Manuka Honey has been known to have a great impact on:Internal Uses External UsesPoor Immune System Stomach Ulcer Stomach Pain Gum Read More...

Why eat Manuka Honey UMF®? Benefits?

Manuka Honey Benefits -Superfood Manuka honey is a mono floral honey produced in New Zealand by bees that pollinate the native Mānuka bush. Mānuka honey has natural antibacterial qualities that boosts the immune system when consumed daily. Applied externally, it treats wound infections and other conditions. This is why people eat manuka honey daily for good health. Manuka Honey Healing Healing Power of Manuka Honey Since ancient times, honey has been used to treat multiple conditions. It wasn’t until the late 19th century that researchers discovered Read More...

What is Manuka Honey UMF®?

MANUKA HONEY UMF® For thousands of years honey has been known for its special properties. Certain honeys from specific plants have a greater range of attributes than others, and the honey that comes from some varieties of the New Zealand Manuka bush (Leptospermum scoparium) is one of these. What is Manuka Honey?Manuka Honey is produced by bees that collect nectar from the Manuka Bush or Tea Tree (also known as Leptospermum Scoparium) indigenous only to New Zealand. Bees gather the nectar from the Read More...

04 Aug

Yemen Sidr Honey (Middle East’s “Manuka Honey”)