Raw Multifloral Manuka Honey

Manuka honey is a type of honey produced by bees that pollinate the native Manuka bush (Leptospermum scoparium), which is found in New Zealand and parts of Australia. "Multifloral" indicates that the bees collected nectar from a variety of flowers, including the Manuka bush. Raw honey has not been heated or pasteurized.

Manufacturers use raw multifloral Manuka honey primarily as a natural sweetener in foods and beverages. Its distinct flavor profile and perceived health benefits also make it a popular ingredient in health foods, teas, and baked goods.

Raw honey, including Manuka honey, is recognized by the FDA as a food ingredient. The U.S. National Academies have established upper intake levels for some vitamins and minerals, but not for honey itself. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated honey and set an acceptable daily intake. Some research suggests potential antibacterial properties of Manuka honey due to compounds like methylglyoxal (MGO), but more rigorous studies are needed to confirm these effects in humans at typical consumption levels. Evidence regarding specific health benefits is still developing.