Antimicrobial Properties
As grandmother knew, honey proves
an exceptional healing agent when ap-
plied to cuts, scrapes and lacerations.
All honeys exhibit some antibacterial
ability. New Zealand’s active manuka
honey, a monofloral (from one plant)
variety derived from the nectar of the
manuka bush (Leptospermum sco-
parium), possesses greater antibacterial
characteristics than most other varieties.
A review of 22 clinical trials
published in the International Journal of
Lower Extremity Wounds verified that
honey quickly heals existing wound
infections, protects against further infec-
tion, reduces swelling, minimizes scar-
ring, helps remove infected and dead
tissue, and stimulates new tissue growth.
Research indicates that active manuka
honey, in particular, shows promise for
treatment of wounds infected with the
superbug, Methicillin Resistant Staphylo-
coccus Aureus (MRSA).
How does honey fight infection
and promote healing? Research sug-
gests that honey’s low water content
makes it hygroscopic, enabling it to ab-
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sorb moisture from tissue and bacteria.
Its high sugar content makes it difficult
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Many monofloral honeys contain
an enzyme that produces low levels of
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Honey’s ability to keep the area around
a wound sealed, moist and protected,
promotes rapid healing and helps pre-
vent scars.
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Honey at Home
Honey is a delicious sugar substitute
it is the essence of innovation.
in oatmeal and tea, and a tasty treat
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drizzled on bread or fruit. Plus, it easily
incorporates into baked goods.
Use a tried and true recipe or
develop a new one, by replacing the
amount of sugar with an equal amount
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of honey and reducing the liquid in the
recipe by 1/4 cup. In pastries, lower One of Naples’ Favorite Stylists!
the oven temperature by 25 degrees to
prevent over-browning. Honey’s only
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caveat is that it should not be fed to
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One of the oldest sweeteners used
for Ladies & Gentlemen
by man, honey remains a perennial
favorite for good reason, with far more
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