UMF in honey?

Question

Does anyone here believe in the health effects/benefits of honey? Detail if you can, the experience and if you really think it's a great product - especially the UMF content, which I read is a necessary component

Answer 1

Yes, I do believe that RAW, natural honey has antibacterial properties. This UMF (Unique Manuka Factor) in some New Zealand honey, which has been found to be even more useful than ordinary honey in combating infections, is something new to me and I don't have any experience with it. Intriguingly, honey with UMF is said to be effective against many so-called “superbugs”—strains of bacteria such as Staphylococcus aureus that are resistant to multiple types of antibiotics. An Australian company called Medihoney has obtained the blessing of the Therapeutic Goods Administration (comparable to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration) to sell this type of honey packaged as a dressing for wounds. The company also sells honey and honey-based products designed to treat digestive problems, oral irritations and sore throats, and even skin conditions such as psoriasis.