Doctor explains 10 HEALTH BENEFITS OF MANUKA HONEY

In this video Doctor O'Donovan explains ten health benefits of Manuka Honey including the role it has in natural wound healing, curing simple coughs, and even addressing antimicrobial resistance. This is an awesome natural remedy and cure for so many issues and would be a great part of a healthy diet in moderation.
WHAT IS MANUKA HONEY?
Manuka honey is a 'monofloral' honey made from the nectar of one flower and retains its natural antibacterial properties. It is the product of New Zealand.
How does MANUKA HONEY WORK?
One of the majorantibacterial components of Manuka honey is a compound called methylglyoxal (MGO). MGO comes from the conversion of another compound in Manuka honey known as dihydroxyacetone (DHA), a high concentration of which is found in the nectar of Manuka flowers. The higher the concentration of MGO, the stronger the antibacterial effect.
Content and TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 - Introduction
00:25 - Manuka honey for wound healing
01:34 - Manuka honey for sore throats
02:08 - Manuka honey for gut health
02:31 - Manuka honey for gastric ulcers
02:57 - Manuka honey for gastroenteritis
03:15 - Manuka honey's antiviral properties
03:37 - Manuka honey for antimicrobial resistance
04:03 - Manuka honey for oral health
04:33 - Manuka honey in Cystic Fibrosis
04:53 - Manuka honey in acne
05:05 - What to look out for when buying Manuka honey
05:40 - How much Manuka honey should I use?
Further information on Manuka honey:
Benefits of Manuka honey for health:
www.healthline.com/nutrition/...
Publication on Manuka honey in skin regeneration:
pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28901...
Information on antimicrobial properties of Manuka honey:
pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37435...
Cleveland Clinic information on Manuka honey:
health.clevelandclinic.org/ma...
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[@johnwells9089]

Took 84year-old to see the doctor he was not much help with the pressure sore. Sent me home with sterilized water. Said that it would take months to heal if it healed at all! I remembered my mother talking about this with miraculous wound healing capabilities. 5 days later, it's almost gone.!! Thank you God for your miraculous honey. All the Glory goes to God!!

[@soulmod63]

Haha, wow

[@teeniequeenie8369]

Yes I just read what the quaran says about bees and it’s beautiful❤

[@TerryTerry-iv7zc]

Praise the Lord indeed! It’s obvious that Manuka honey is different than any other honey. All the glory goes to our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ! Thank you for sharing your experience, may God bless you.

[@sophiaelayne9984]

All Glory to the divine Almighty.

[@justinorfali]

AMEN GLORY TO JESUS! I'm very glad the sore has healed! you take care now

[@precioussoul907]

Thanks for the video and the info , i had 2 experienes with this magical honey. I was really sick last winter and i had high fever, i took this honey at night and all i remembered i woke up next morning and all my clothes was soaked in sweat , later on i lost the fever and regained my health, it didn't even took a day to recover. The other experience is from the first spoon i take this honey i feel instant calmness in my chest as if my heart is telling me thank you😂 total relaxation

[@bahaaeltahawy8721]

Verse 69 from surah An-Nahl {Bees} ﴿ثُمَّ كُلِي مِن كُلِّ الثَّمَرَاتِ فَاسْلُكِي سُبُلَ رَبِّكِ ذُلُلًا ۚ يَخْرُجُ مِن بُطُونِهَا شَرَابٌ مُّخْتَلِفٌ أَلْوَانُهُ فِيهِ شِفَاءٌ لِّلنَّاسِ ۗ إِنَّ فِي ذَٰلِكَ لَآيَةً لِّقَوْمٍ يَتَفَكَّرُونَ﴾ [ النحل: 69] English - Sahih International 16:69 Then eat from all the fruits and follow the ways of your Lord laid down [for you]." There emerges from their bellies a drink, varying in colors, in which there is healing for people. Indeed in that is a sign for a people who give thought.

[@arpy7773]

Pagans

[@K1N9MAKER]

I wasn’t aware of its healing properties, I definitely enjoy the taste

[@AvrilajeanneleTrinidad]

Thank you for this info Doc 😊 Watching from Phil.❤

[@kathylim7031]

Thank-you Dr O'Conovan for sharing this video which is informative and helpful in taking care of our health.

[@DoctorODonovan]

You’re very welcome Kathy

[@dee2251]

I’ve used Manuka honey since the early 90’s and it was nowhere near as expensive as it now, taking into account inflation etc. It wasn’t well-known then, but has grown in popularity and so has the price! it’s way too expensive for me to use now on a regular basis, but I absolutely believe in its healing powers.

[@samanthacalderonarias1241]

Cuál marca tomabas de cual empresa ?

[@BaconIsNotBiceps]

And it's yummy, Dee555.

[@starshine7937]

Very helpful and well explained thank you

[@DoctorODonovan]

Glad it was helpful!

[@bryanlloyd1099]

Great video and information!

[@DoctorODonovan]

Glad it was helpful!

[@littleredcarpet2980]

Thank you. Very informative 👏

[@DoctorODonovan]

Glad it was helpful!

[@gorthamora]

thank u sir. More investigative details are needed, please. God bless you. I am from Hong Kong.

[@DoctorODonovan]

Thank you 🇭🇰

[@sobekstephanie]

I Love Nursem! It’s been such a huge help with my cracked skin on my hands. I would highly recommend it!

[@DoctorODonovan]

It’s great 😊

[@user-ex3iv3pg5c]

@@DoctorODonovan Manuka Honey comes from the Manuka Bush which is not just native to NZ. It is also native to Australia. This is why we can buy Australian Manuka honey. NZ has marketed exceptionally well; which is why you have made a huge faux pas. Facts Mr. O’Donovan. They are important.

[@MihailBFC]

I've been taking Manuka Honey( 250mgo and 500mgo) since November 2023 and my asthma it gotten better, I had a very bad cough in January from cold and this honey helped me alot, I didn't take any antibiotics, I had an airways infection, recently I had a cold again and I was coughing but taking Manuka honey calmed my cough in 2 weeks, usually I was coughing for 4 weeks, same again I didn't take any antibiotics 2 -3 spoons per day. can't recommend this honey enough, is amazing, also it helped me with my stomach, I always had problems with.

[@deborahbarrett8218]

What are your thoughts Dr. Donovan for using manuka honey for a diverticulitis flare-up. Don’t want to take antibiotics! Thanks in advance!

[@hydroxd5402]

Thanks for this doc

[@DoctorODonovan]

My pleasure

[@johnanderson3700]

I love Manuka honey & use every day. I keep Manuka honey bandages available at some drug stores & some surgical centers now use to help heal wounds. It has grown very expensive which limits access for a lot of people. Also helps with gird symptoms.

[@Jocke_1979]

Can you use it when you have candida?

[@macflod]

Im waiting over two weeks to see a doctor for an inflammation, possibly need antibiotics for bladder or protate inflammation . I felt symptoms were getting worse and thought could add to diet or remove from diet in meantime. Foods on home remedy websites recommended to help inflammation or infection in place of antibiotics included manuka. I happened to have a small pot of 50 manuka honey. Took a small tsp in morning and night and on day two my symptoms are like 10th. Also on day 3 I forgot to take omeprazole. I been taking this for 8 years daily to treat ulcer symptoms however i had an endoscopy and ultra sound scans and everything showed healthy. No ulcer so source of the acidy pain is a mystery and i take this to treat the symptoms. By mid afternoon i expected to started getting the painin my stomach. Thought ill need to get home and take that pill. I got home late went straight to bed and forgot the pill. Im now nearly 48 hours no pill and i have no stomach pain and im totally amazed. Thats why im watching this. From the video i wonder was my test for helicobacter erroneous but i think i may of had two tests for it a blood test and stol but I can’t remember now. Other foods i took from the home remedy info were garlic, tumeric and cabbage which i added into my cooking but it only manuka i took every day. If this has helped im lucky to discover it. Ill keep taking the honey and not take the omeprazole and ill see what happens. Right now im struggling to understand this but im not going to complain

[@KickingIt-In-the-Kitchen]

Are you still taking omeprazole or is the Manuka honey still working well?

[@macflod]

@@KickingIt-In-the-Kitchen still on it but im reducing how much. My doctor told me to try to come off it. When i stop taking it i get the pain but its not as severe as before. What ever is causing the pain is still there but im just living with it, its less but still there. Im taking omeprazole about once every 4 days now. I take manuka every day but due to finance issue ill be taking it less often soon hopefully pain wont increase. I have started to only drink water, occasionally coffe with milk, and teas- fruit, herbal, and wibter warmer teas (like Eastern European) i think its better, certainly its not making it worse. Ill keep experimenting with other foods too

[@KickingIt-In-the-Kitchen]

@@macflod I am currently breaking my pill to 10 MG, I want to wean off since I lost weight and changed my diet. I don’t eat out as often and trying to eat a lot healthier. I don’t get heartburn with 10 mg omeprazole. Just got Manuka honey and I’ll give it a try.

[@macflod]

@@KickingIt-In-the-Kitchen i wish you luck! Let me know how it goes, i think its good to share experience as it can others looking for solutions. One thing i should say too is im trying to lose weight, i reduce refined sugar intake and bread intake, trying yo keep away from processed foods as i think it possible some types of sweetners or additives are causing the issue, just trial an error but its not hurting me to have these changes and maybe combination of all is why my pain is less than before. If i want to sweeten a food im using honey- not necessarily the manuka for that but depends if i had my dose or not, for example if porridge in the morning ill use manuka but only once its cooled a bit as i think too much heat can degrade the benefits of it. I wish you luck and hope you can reduce and get off omeprazole. My doctor did say it has to be reduced slowly or your body make a surge of acid to compensate.

[@KickingIt-In-the-Kitchen]

@@macflodso I’ve been off of omeprazole for 23 days! I was taking two Pepcid that did absolutely nothing for me, maybe little relief. Now I only take Pepcid 20MG in the morning. I get occasional acid but definitely picked up my appetite more and eating more. I take Manuka honey 2-3 (850 MGOs) times a day and sent in a stool sample for H pylori to see if that can be a culprit for the acid reflux. I’ve been on the pill for at least 10 years. My doctor told me it takes about 2-3 months with whole food diet and exercise to really feel a difference. Wish me luck!

[@lustercool4999]

Awesome thanks

[@DoctorODonovan]

Welcome 😊

[@RogerArm231]

Thanks!

[@DoctorODonovan]

Thank you for your generosity

[@engcsvimal]

It's is good for eyes??

[@angelaholmes8888]

I drink tea that contains manuka honey 🍵

[@matthewconner463]

🍯 sweet information 👍🏾

[@DoctorODonovan]

Thanks for watching

[@Andrew-kc4li]

I have a really scaly, resistant psoriasis patch on my leg. Dovobet and E45 do not even touch it. Do I eat the honey or rub it on the patch? Thanks.

[@paulacooper5163]

how about candida ?? thanks

[@sunwalked]

I the wound is cancer will Professor Molans approach work cf say a cut or burn?

[@teeniequeenie8369]

The sugar in honey does not affect the body the same way as white sugar does.

[@tomdavis8757]

That wasn’t said in this video and I’ve never et heard that been said. Simple sugar is simple sugar.

[@warriorgp4640]

​@@tomdavis8757This is what happens when you think you know what you're talking about: you add some truth under the assumption that just because you are correct must therefore mean there is no other facts. This is poor thinking. The guy didn't say simple sugar wasn't simple sugar. It's not a debate about the difference between monosaccharides. The point is HOW certain monosaccharides are metabolized. Ever heard of this thing called chemistry? So you think that all sugars are broken down the exact same? No! Honey, while a simple sugar, is primarily fructose, not glucose. The two molecules are not bound together in honey. Table sugar is bound by fructose and glucose and is considered sucrose. The enzymatic activity in honey causes its sugars to be metabolized differently in the liver. This is why honey is better for you.

[@warriorgp4640]

Facts

[@inabredenkamp5515]

Do you get Manuka honey to purchase in SA

[@MrAlexplusplus]

How to use it against acne?

[@macflod]

Can it help athletes foot

[@ceb7894]

What about bed sores. Stage 3 and 4?

[@Gale-ph8nc]

Can you tell me if Wedderspoon k factor 16 is a legit medicinal Manuka honey? It does not list UMF or MGO on the label.

[@JacobGolds]

You said that it's indigestible carbohydrates and later on you said about it's sugars for people with diabetes. If it isn't digestible then what's the problem for people with diabetes?

[@JoCasey-ew3yr]

Hi there, has anyone put Manuka honey into their nebuliser? Any advise please, for COPD patient.

[@rachelross5829]

Look into food grade peroxide for that.

[@user-ex3iv3pg5c]

It’s not just native to NZ. It comes from the Manuka Bush which grows in Australia and NZ.

[@tomdavis8757]

True that. But whether it’s marketing, propaganda, or whatever, (maybe even nationalism as the Kiwis and Aussies haven’t always agreed on some things) the New Zealand manuka is considered “better” by the sources I’ve read. Cheers

[@user-ex3iv3pg5c]

@@tomdavis8757 Dear Tom, Well it seems you have fallen prey to propaganda, marketing or indeed nationalism. Perhaps reading a few more ‘Independant’ sources would be beneficial. My posted comment was about Fact. Not Propaganda. Not marketing. Nor Nationalism. You are misinforming people about where Manuka honey comes from - the cerebrally dense amongst us let’s say. I can not see why a doctor would do this, when as you have stated here, you are aware that Manuka Honey comes from both NZ & Australia. I do not have a bias towards either country. I have property in both countries and spend a great deal of time in each; and have done so since 1996. I do however take umbrage at what seems to be deliberate misinformation. There is a lot of misinformation about these days. We should be mindful of this and ensure we do not perpetuate it. Particularly when holding positions of power or influence. The Intellectual Property Office of NZ ruled in mid 2023 that NZ had no right to trademark Manuka Honey. Because Manuka is a white flowered tree that grows in both NZ & Australia. Fact. The ruling was published by many sources: Reuters, The Guardian, ABC Australia, Bloomberg etc. Both countries produce Manuka Honey. Your readers should not be lead astray by a doctor or anyone else. Regards.

[@mayahanifi7600]

Hi. I have Helicobacter Pylori (H. Pylori) and I am on antibiotics. Can I take manukau honey to help with the healing faster? Please let me know

[@lovealwaysjasmine]

Yes you can

[@yoker84]

Finish antibiotics first though

[@wolfwaz424]

How does Manuka honey help with Gastritis? How does it have anti-inflammatory effects? Is a 10 UMF level helpful to to address GI issues like this?

[@tomdavis8757]

I’m not a doctor but manuka that’s used for medical purposes is a higher UMF rating than that Cheers

[@yoker84]

It is recommended @ 20 UMF or higher for that

[@Marreroortiz]

Is this good for Ulceraive Colitis ?

[@jouster909]

Very much so, I took some for my ulcer that was flared up and was giving me radiating, excruciating pain all night,it instantly gave me relief with one teaspoon..it didn't go away on the first go,it took a good 5days to heal, please try it,I know how painful it can get

[@salahtube1901]

Can use it if have cancer please answer my question thank you much?

[@disobeytoday4685]

I sometimes get an inflamed esophagus which is so severe and painful I struggle to breathe. I simple can't get a full breath in my right lung. Just 2 or 3 days of eating 1 tablespoon (2 or 3 times per day) cures the inflammation and then I can breathe freely once again. I don't think it will cure cancer but I think it could help prevent my condition progressing into cancer 🙏

[@Midwest..]

​@disobeytoday4685 I also has same issue with Ulcers, H Pylori after taking Manuka couple day 1 spoon before and 1 spoon in morning it seem to help, but I'm also eating healthy, no junk food or alcohol 😊

[@moussokourabagate1172]

Try reading about the effects of black seed oil on cancer.

[@johnboy5167]

Its not native to new Zealand the same honey is found in Tasmania and Australia

[@kathrynperry992]

True...Manuka honey is collected from the Myrtle,Tea Tree, which is native to Australia. It was introduced into New Zealand...

[@PTNDiscovery]

I have a question. I have diabetes, can I use honey?

[@cristi2039-]

I've got 2 jars of 500 mgo manuka honey, pretty sure i also got one 1000 mgo one, they have caused many benefits

[@DoctorODonovan]

Great!

[@disobeytoday4685]

Does anyone else take it for inflammation of the esophagus/lungs and what is your experience?

[@sharontaylor3156]

I’m going to try it now for inflammation of the esophagus and gut

[@disobeytoday4685]

@@sharontaylor3156 Good luck 🙏 please come back and share your experience? I found it to be very effective. My esophagus felt healed within a few days of taking Manuka honey

[@thecat1257]

How was it? ​@@sharontaylor3156

[@purryuuu]

Just 1 question: you said the higher the MGO rating the better, but it will be more expensive too... then you said you buy 100% (wich I'm guessing is the higest number) because is one of the cheapest options? Then how much higer can the MGO ratio be? Thanks for the video!

[@DoctorODonovan]

Sorry for any confusion. I buy 100 MGO (it’s not a percent) - there is also 250 and 500 for example

[@user-bc4qg1pt6d]

Pleaseeee answer me Could i eat it while breastfeeding??? Please answer me as i have gastric ulcer

[@susanramos6473]

Yes!!

[@adriansamuels3965]

Australia has more Manuka plants than New Zealand also Australia produces active Manuka honey

[@DoctorODonovan]

Thanks for the input

[@user-uj8eb2ef4l]

Do you know where can I buy real Manuka honey in Europe?

[@cyumadbrosummit3534]

Nobody is gonna buy $30 jars of honey from an island of criminals.

[@tomdavis8757]

@@cyumadbrosummit3534 Which island? UK or New Zealand? I reckon you’ve about equal opportunity to encounter criminals on either island Cheers

[@conmanumber1]

​@@cyumadbrosummit3534They stole bush from New Zealand and not to mention the Pavlova

[@rmondave]

May well have many of claimed benefits, however price gougers are ruining it for many people.

[@michelnadon6243]

must be a super antibiotic . since i take 1/2 tea spoon a day I dont need the toilet ventilation fan anymore.. thats the most obvious benefit.

[@markvreeken]

Manuka honey is also native to Australia. It is derived from a native plant in both Countries

[@conmanumber1]

Oh no you don't try that on us. You claim the Pavlova too but that was a big fail. It's all Kiwi thank you 🇳🇿

[@markvreeken]

Haha You can have the Pav mate but the Manuka is legit There was a recent court case to that effect@@conmanumber1

[@markvreeken]

Haha I'll give you the Pav but a recent court case would disagree on the manuka naming being exclusive to Kiwiland @@conmanumber1

[@markvreeken]

hahaha@@conmanumber1I'll give you the Pav but there was arecent court case where they ruled we can use the Manuka name too I believe

[@tanfrederika2123]

Anorexia should try honey as medicine or life saving food

[@DoctorODonovan]

Thanks for watching

[@kariko07]

So I’m new to Manuka - have a horrific cold and couch (non-Covid) saw it on the shelf and thought - why not, I hear it’s good. What’s your recommendation on how to take it.. does making hot honey and lemon kill all the good stuff in the honey?

[@h.n1977]

Any pure natural honey is good for the health

[@value365]

Without a specific reason, the excess price does NOT support the benefits.

[@user-cn3qt1em1r]

G'DAY Doctor O'Donovan, enjoyed your video. However, Manuka tea tree is not only native to NZ! It is a common misconception and there is plenty of botanical evidence to all but prove that the Leptospermum Scoparium tree species which is the only species found in NZ actually came from Tasmania, Australia. This is likely due to the seeds being released during bushfires and floating on the trade winds to NZ, or perhaps from birds as well. Tasmania is full of wild Manuka tea tree of the same species in NZ. Australia have 84 tea tree species and NZ has only the one. So the correct information is its native to Australia and NZ, not only NZ. Thank you.

[@DoctorODonovan]

Thanks for this feedback.

[@hidearCellofGod]

2 spoons daily will put me in a diabetic coma, uff,uff,uff! 😢

[@myday2704]

Not if you take it immediately before a walk. Even grocery shopping and pushing a trolley around. The sugar curve reduces with exercise.

[@rachidiguiz9086]

Hello everyone, if anyone wants natural Moroccan honey, please contact me. Thank you

[@Cheng-jq6fc]

MANUKA bioactive honey brand, at walmart is so $expensive 24.99$ why? wtf!!

[@dkt7987]

Lol, that's actually cheap

[@n2daair23]

You ever try to harvest NZ honey from the bees? You would charge the same, if not higher!

[@rick3747]

A lot of superb quality Manuka with MGO over 850 can be about $100.00 for 8oz.

[@clraffell]

God took His chosen nation, Israel to the land of Milk and Honey! Jesus ate honey!

[@DoctorODonovan]

Thanks for watching

[@albalushiah7674]

Holy Quran stated the benefits of Honey 1400 years ago…

[@jedimasterham2]

Many cultures have cited health benefits of honey. Also you cannot be saved by Islam, a religion specifically set up to slander Christ. The great news is, God loves you, wants you to be saved, and offers salvation as a free gift. Please trust in Jesus Christ, that He (God in human form) paid your penalty for sin in full, was buried, and is resurrected. If you trust in Jesus, you will be saved.

[@natalieschweizer9135]

Not only quran bible as well

[@user-ck7gv9fz1y]

@@jedimasterham2you didn’t have to write all that you seem sick and jealous

[@Sango-po5pi]

Humanity has existed for thousands of years longer than that and have been using honey since at least ancient Egyptian times. The quran revealed nothing that wasn't already known by the 6th century AD.

[@shammas90]

You talk a lot in a boring way, I got lost, please cut the crap and make it short and informative.

[@DoctorODonovan]

Hope you have a nice day too.

[@yoloxoxo4042]

Don’t be so rude to people trying to help or you’ll find yourself helpless one day! 😡