{"id":227619,"date":"2026-07-10T12:39:22","date_gmt":"2026-07-10T10:39:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/roket.click\/?p=227619"},"modified":"2026-07-30T07:56:40","modified_gmt":"2026-07-30T05:56:40","slug":"manuka-medus-kas-tai-nauda-sveikatai-mgo-reiksme-ir-kaip-issirinkti","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/roket.click\/en\/manuka-medus-kas-tai-nauda-sveikatai-mgo-reiksme-ir-kaip-issirinkti\/","title":{"rendered":"Manuka honey: what it is, its health benefits, the importance of MGO and how to choose it"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Manuka medus jau ne vienerius metus laikomas vienu i\u0161skirtiniausi\u0173 medaus produkt\u0173 pasaulyje. Vieni j\u012f vertina d\u0117l unikali\u0173 antibakterini\u0173 savybi\u0173, kiti abejoja, ar jo auk\u0161ta kaina i\u0161 ties\u0173 pagr\u012fsta. Papildomos sumai\u0161ties kelia ir ant pakuo\u010di\u0173 matomi MGO bei UMF \u017eym\u0117jimai, kuri\u0173 reik\u0161m\u0117 daugeliui pirk\u0117j\u0173 n\u0117ra ai\u0161ki.<\/span><\/p>

I\u0161 ties\u0173 ne kiekvienam reikalingas auk\u0161\u010diausio MGO lygio manuka medus, o kasdieniam vartojimui da\u017enai pakanka ir kokybi\u0161ko vietinio medaus. Tod\u0117l prie\u0161 perkant verta suprasti, kuo manuka medus skiriasi nuo kit\u0173 medaus r\u016b\u0161i\u0173 ir kada jo i\u0161skirtin\u0117s savyb\u0117s gali b\u016bti naudingos.<\/span><\/p>

\u0160iame straipsnyje su\u017einosite, kas yra manuka medus, k\u0105 rei\u0161kia MGO ir UMF rodikliai, kaip atpa\u017einti autenti\u0161k\u0105 produkt\u0105, k\u0105 apie jo naud\u0105 sako moksliniai tyrimai ir ar visada verta mok\u0117ti gerokai daugiau.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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What is manuka honey and how does it differ from regular honey?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tManuka honey is a monofloral honey produced from the New Zealand manuka bush (<\/span>Leptospermum scoparium<\/span><\/i>) nectar. From other <\/span>types of honey<\/span><\/a> is distinguished by its naturally high <\/span>methylglyoxal (MGO)<\/b> concentration, giving a stronger antibacterial effect.<\/span>\n\nManuka bushes grow in a limited area in New Zealand and parts of Australia. The flowering season lasts only 2-6 weeks a year and the bees have a very short time to collect nectar. It is this natural limitation that leads to the low supply and high price of the product.<\/span>\n\nHow does this matter in practice? Ordinary honey gets its antibacterial properties from hydrogen peroxide, which breaks down quickly when exposed to light or heat. Manuka honey MGO acts independently of hydrogen peroxide and retains its antibacterial activity for much longer, even under changing conditions.<\/span>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Health benefits of Manuka honey: what does the research say?\n<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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The strongest scientific evidence relates to <\/span>local use of manuka honey<\/b>, especially in wound care. The benefits of oral administration, although widely promoted, are still under investigation and definitive clinical findings are lacking.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Antibacterial properties and topical application to wounds\n<\/h5>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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In hospitals and clinics, manuka honey is used for the care of chronic wounds, including those with antibiotic-resistant bacteria such as <\/span>MRSA<\/b>. MGO acts independently of hydrogen peroxide, so the antibacterial effect is maintained even after prolonged contact with the wound surface.<\/span><\/p>

Medical manuka honey, sterilised with gamma radiation, is a separate product from that available in grocery stores. It is designed specifically for wound dressings and meets strict hygiene standards.<\/span><\/p>

Topical use on the skin, for example for acne or minor scratches, is also popular at home. However, for more severe skin lesions, edible honey is not a substitute for professional medical advice.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Digestive system, immunity and other beneficial effects\n<\/h5>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Laboratory studies have shown that manuka honey MGO inhibits <\/span>Helicobacter pylori<\/b> a bacterium associated with stomach ulcers and gastritis. Clinical trials in humans are not yet sufficient to draw definitive conclusions about the treatment of the digestive system.<\/span><\/p>

Manuka honey also has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties that can support the immune system. Other high-quality natural honeys, including Lithuanian linden and buckwheat honey, have similar properties.<\/span><\/p>

Are the benefits of oral intake really so special? Many nutritionists believe that the effects of manuka honey when consumed as a food are overblown by marketing. The real and scientifically proven benefits are most pronounced for topical use and not for daily consumption.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Manuka honey, like all honey, is <\/span>high glycaemic index<\/b> a product with a high sugar content. For diabetics, its use should be coordinated with a doctor as even small amounts can affect blood glucose levels.<\/span><\/p>

Any honey is contraindicated in infants under 12 months due to the risk of botulism caused by <\/span>Clostridium botulinum<\/span><\/i> sporos.<\/span><\/p>

There are no strict prohibitions for pregnant women, but medical advice is recommended. In addition, allergic reactions are possible, especially in people with sensitivity to <\/span>bee products<\/span><\/a>. Symptoms may include itching, swelling or digestive problems.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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MGO and UMF: what do the numbers on the manuka honey label mean?\n<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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MGO<\/b> shows the concentration of methylglyoxal in milligrams per kilogram of honey. The higher the number on the label, the stronger the antibacterial activity, as higher levels of the active ingredient have a direct effect on bacteria.<\/span><\/p>

UMF (Unique Manuka Factor)<\/b> is a more comprehensive standard administered by the New Zealand UMF Honey Association. It assesses not only MGO content but also DHA (dihydroxyacetone) and leptosperine levels, giving a more reliable reflection of the overall quality and authenticity of the honey.<\/span><\/p>

Practical guidelines for making choices based on MGO level:<\/span><\/p>