{"id":28757,"date":"2024-04-14T15:33:53","date_gmt":"2024-04-14T15:33:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/manukahoneyorganic.com\/?page_id=28757"},"modified":"2024-04-14T15:33:53","modified_gmt":"2024-04-14T15:33:53","slug":"what-is-umf","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/manukahoneyorganic.com\/blog\/what-is-umf\/","title":{"rendered":"What is UMF – Unique Manuka Factor"},"content":{"rendered":"[et_pb_section admin_label=”section”]\n\t\t\t[et_pb_row admin_label=”row”]\n\t\t\t\t[et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text”]\n
UMF stands for \u201cUnique Manuka Factor<\/strong>\u201d and is a grading system developed by the UMF Honey Association<\/a> in New Zealand. Manuka honey produced in New Zealand can be eligible to receive a UMF certificate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you have ever wondered \u201cwhat is UMF\u201d, we answer all your questions related to UMF in this article. Now, let\u2019s talk about real Manuka honey from a real Manuka honey bush.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Unlike most honey that grows worldwide, Manuka honey comes from the Manuka tree<\/a> which grows only in New Zealand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n That is also where Manuka honey is produced. Manuka flowers bloom mid-year with intense fragrance and flavor. Once they are ready, bees pollinate the flowers and do their magic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The UMF Honey Association grants UMF licenses to Manuka honey manufacturers who meet their rigorous standards. The UMF license is what makes genuine Manuka honey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The UMF Honey Association tests every batch of honey to identify authentic Manuka honey produced in New Zealand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A 1981 study by researchers from the Honey Research Unit at University of Waikato discovered that a few strains of Manuka honey are very stable and possess exceptional natural properties, unlike other honey varieties.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This unique attribute is beyond all normal honey characteristic properties.<\/p>\n\n\n\n It is produced by the nectar from the manuka flowers and differs from enzymes that are commonly found in honey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This unique attribute separates manuka honey from other natural wonders.<\/p>\n\n\n\n To better understand what UMF is, it is worth learning more about the key UMF signature markers. UMF tracks key signature markers: Leptosperin<\/strong>, Methyglyoxal<\/strong>, and DHA<\/strong> as well as HMF.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Leptosperin is a chemical compound found in Manuka honey nectar from the Manuka tree<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The higher the content, the more powerful the anti-inflammatory effects it has. The most powerful Manuka honey exceed 200mg\/kg of leptosperin. They are also the most expensive manuka honeys<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A randomized controlled trial (leptospermum scoparium species) demonstrated the antimicrobial effects of different types of honey on Staphylococcus aureus bacteria.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Honey is potentially effective in treating atopic dermatitis: clinical and mechanistic studies. You can read more here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Methyglyoxal, also known as MGO is responsible for antibacterial effects. High levels of MGO are possible due to its low pH, which determines the UMF grade.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Research is clear on this chemical\u2019s effectiveness in fighting antibiotic-resistant bacteria as well as in wound healing. It is considered potent and its biological activity has a significant antibacterial effect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Not only does it promote wound healing, it also prevents wound infections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n All of these chemicals must be present in Manuka honey for it to be authentic and receive the Unique Manuka Factor (UMF).<\/p>\n\n\n\n The final number is based on all of the chemicals combined.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWhat is UMF in Genuine Manuka Honey<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
The New Zealand Honey Discovery<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Honey Research<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
UMF Levels<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n