You can substitute honey for equal amounts of sugar in many recipes. In baked goods, substitute honey for up to half the amount of sugar and make the following adjustments. Reduce the amount of liquid in the recipe by 1/4 cup for each cup of honey used Add 1/2 tsp. baking soda for each cup of honey used. Reduce oven temperature by 25F (because honey will brown baking goods more than sugar). In liquid recipes such as salad dressings, drinks, shakes etc. you may replace sugar with the same amount of honey - but keep in mind that honey is sweeter than sugar! More information at Honey Tips & Recipes.

How should I store honey?

Store honey at room temperature. Refrigeration speeds up crystallization. If honey crystallizes, remove lid and place jar in warm water. Or, microwave 1 cup of honey in microwave-safe container at high (100%) 2-3 minutes or until crystals dissolve, stir every 30 seconds. More Information at Honey Tips & Recipes.

Why are babies 1 1/2 years and younger NOT allowed to have honey?

Honey has been credited for centuries for it's sweet and medicinal applications. External applications include the treatment of wounds, cuts, burns, acne, pimples etc. Internal uses for honey include stomach ulcers, (peptic ulcers), duodenal ulcers. Manuka Honey from the flower of the Tea Tree of New Zealand, is specifically used for ulcers, because of it's natural ability to destroy the helicobacter pylori, believed to be the cause of stomach ulcers (peptic ulcers).

However, it is important that honey not be given to children 1 1/2 years and younger. Honey is a known source of bacterial spores that produce a toxin which can cause infant botulism. It is rare, but this serious form of food poisoning will affect the nervous system of babies and can result in death!
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It's thought that children under the age of 1 1/2 years have not yet developed the beneficial bacteria in their digestive tracts that can control botulism spores. Therefore do NOT add honey to baby food, water, formula or medicine! Do NOT dip a baby's pacifier in honey!

Botulism spores are actually quite common. They are also found in dust, soil, and uncooked foods. There is a risk in feeding any uncooked foods including honey to children under the age of 1 1/2 years. As children get older, it is thought that stomach acid, bacteria and the intestinal tract mature, to make them less susceptible to the toxins that botulism spores produce. It is thought that by the age of 1 1/2 years, these defense mechanisms are in place and that honey can then be safely consumed.

How can I measure honey for a recipe without getting into a sticky mess?

To measure honey for a recipe, spray measuring cup with vegetable oil first, then pour honey into the measuring cup. You'll be surprised how easy honey will  release out of the measuring cup! For more delicious honey recipes, CLICK HERE.

What is the difference between Manka Honey and UMF10+ Active Manuka Honey?

UMF10+ Active Manuka Honey is also collected from the manuka bush (leptospermum scoparium)  in an area where  manuka bushes are highly concentrated and therefore a more concentrated honey is collected. Dr. Molan from the Waikato University of New Zealand has been researching manuka honey for the past two decades and has classified various strengths of manuka honey.

UMF stands for 'unique manuka factor' - the factor responsible for destroying staphaureus, streptococcus and h. pylori (helicobacter pylori), the bacteria believed to be responsible for causing stomach ulcers. Therefore the statement has been made that UMF10+ Active Manuka Honey might be the solution for stomach ulcers sufferers worldwide.

Please Note that UMF10+ is a Trademark Name. Each batch of honey is tested and certified by one of Dr. Molans approved laboratories to certify that honey labeled UM10+ has a UMF Factor of at least 10 or more. In separate documentation - such as our extensive website www.manukahoneyusa.com and flyers, we document how high this year's batch certified. On the label you will find the Trademark Name UMF10+. 

Should I consult with my doctor first before taking Manuka Honey Products?

It is always advisable to consult with your doctor first before taking ANY natural remedy in order to insure that a product does not contradict with any medication or other health conditions. Depending on which product you are planning to buy, you need to consult with your doctor first and find out if you are allergic to honey, oil, soap, bee venom etc. Find out if you are diabetic or borderline diabetic (and don't know it yet...) Your doctor always needs to be informed of ANY other natural remedies you might be taking, We encourage you to consult with your doctor first and ask him/her all of your medical questions. Also, read our Company Policy

Are there any foods I should avoid when taking UMF10+ Active Manuka Honey for my stomach ulcer?

YES! I'm glad you asked. To some people it might be obvious, others simply haven't given it any thought. When taking Active UMF Active Manuka Honey for an up-set stomach, after food poisoning,  vomiting, stomach ulcer or other intestinal problems, it is important NOT to further irritate the intestinal tract. Stay away from hot, spicy foods herbs, spices, mustards, marinades (some BBQ sauces) and other obviously irritating foods. To soothe and support the healing process of the intestinal tract  together with manuka honey intake, start your morning with hot cooked oatmeal with honey. Cooked oatmeal is soothing to the intestinal tract. Again, ask your doctor or nutritionist about what foods are most soothing to coat the intestinal tract.

Besides taking manuka honey for sore throats, colds, canker sores, fever blisters and UMF10+ Active Manuka Honey for internal applications such as up-set stomach, stomach ulcers, heartburn - what else can I use manuka honey for?

Manuka honey also tastes great on toast with or without peanut butter.
UMF10+ Active Manuka honey is also used externally for cuts, pimples, acne, scratches and as a wound dressing for open bed sores, diabetic foot ulcerations, ulcers and burns! UMF10+ ActiveManuka honey has been used very successfully by doctors in New Zealand for burns, typically making skin grafting rarely needed.

Can anybody use Actiflex Plus (Manuka Honey with Bee Venom for Arthritis?

NO! This product may NOT be used without prior consultation with your doctor! People suffering from bee sting allergy, uncompensated allergies, cardiovascular conditions, open tuberculosis, insulin dependent diabetes, use beta-blockers or if this product may counteract with any other medication taken, this product may NOT be used!

Even if all of the above mentioned health conditions do NOT apply to you, you still MUST consult with your doctor FIRST, before buying Actiflex Plus for your own protection! Manuka Honey USA and it's employees can NOT  be held liable for ANY outcome you might experience due to using Actiflex Plus or any other product we sell. Once you buy this or any of our products we offer,, the responsibility lies between you and your doctor! Your doctor must know when you can take a natural remedy..
If, after extensive examination you are allowed by your doctor to try this product, go to our website at www.manukahoneyusa.com for more information about Manuka Honey with Bee Venom and learn how it is taken to aid in decreasing the swelling and pain in arthritic joints. We also recommend that you further research any topic on the internet and in your local library beyond our website.

Can I use manuka honey as a wound dressing or for burns?

Read the excellent article published in the CBS Health Report. How manuka honey is used as a wound dressing.
Manuka Honey is also used very successfully on burns!

Please read our PRIVACY POLICY and order in confidence.
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