The marks such as "UMF5+" and "UMF 10+" marked on Manuka honey refer to the indicators of the active components of sodium glutamate in Manuka honey, which are obtained by comparing Manuka honey with the standard antibacterial agent phenol, respectively indicating the antibacterial ability of Manuka honey. ?

UMF 5+ means that its antibacterial ability is the same as that of phenol 5% aqueous solution, and it can be used to prevent or treat stomach discomfort, mainly for mild stomach health problems such as abnormal gastric acid secretion and flatulence. ?

UMF 10+ means that its antibacterial ability is the same as that of phenol 10% aqueous solution, and it can be used to prevent or treat moderate discomfort in the stomach, such as stomachache, stomach inflammation and other stomach health problems.

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Advantages of manuka honey:

1, the antibacterial activity of manuka honey is equivalent to 4%- 10% phenol, which can promote wound infection caused by various bacteria and fungi.

2, improve indigestion, kill bacteria that cause stomach trouble, relieve gastrointestinal symptoms such as gastric ulcer, diarrhea and duodenal ulcer, and help heal.

3. It has a good curative effect on pharyngolaryngitis, neutralizes oral acid substances and keeps teeth healthy.

4, containing high-level antioxidant substances, improving comprehensive immunity and enhancing human endurance.

5. It contains oligosaccharides, but does not contain sucrose. If you eat it, it will not gain weight and help you lose weight.

References:

Baidu Encyclopedia-Manuka Honey