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Australian Manuka Honey
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We’ve pledged to donate a native tree to Carbon Positive Australia for every jar of honey of Manuka Honey sold. These trees restore vital bee habitats, improve biodiversity, and regenerate land that was once barren - creating a healthier environment for pollinators and people alike. Sweetness with a cause | Learn more via the 'Our Impact' page on our menu.
Frequently Asked Questions
Manuka honey is a type of medicinal honey made by bees that forage on the nectar of the Manuka bush (Leptospermum scoparium), native to Australia and New Zealand. What makes it unique is its naturally high concentration of MGO (Methylglyoxal) — a bioactive compound responsible for Manuka’s powerful antibacterial and antioxidant properties. You can learn more about Manuka Honey here.
MGO stands for Methylglyoxal — the key compound that gives Manuka honey its powerful antibacterial and healing properties. Naturally formed from the nectar of the Manuka bush, MGO is what sets Manuka honey apart from all other types of honey.
The higher the MGO number (like MGO 85+, 550+, or 800+), the stronger the bioactive activity. In Australia, MGO is used as a trusted indicator of quality and potency — especially when choosing Manuka honey for immune support, wound care, or digestive health.
Yes — Manuka honey has been scientifically researched for decades for its antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and wound-healing properties. Its key bioactive compound, MGO, has been shown in studies to help inhibit harmful bacteria, support immune function, and assist with tissue repair.
Whether used internally or topically, it’s a trusted natural remedy backed by science — and widely used in Australia for everything from throat health to digestive support and skin healing.
Manuka honey is more expensive than regular honey due to its rarity, short harvest window, and the strict testing required to confirm its authenticity and potency. It can only be produced in regions where the Manuka bush (Leptospermum scoparium) naturally grows, making supply limited and highly seasonal.
Each genuine batch is independently tested for MGO levels and purity to verify its antibacterial strength. At Natural Life, our Manuka honey is batch-tested and certified, so you can trust you're getting the real deal.
You can take Manuka honey straight off the spoon, stirred into warm (not hot - to preserve it's bio-ative properties) water, or added to smoothies, yoghurt, or toast. For daily wellness, most people start with 1–2 teaspoons per day. When using it for immune support or throat soothing, it’s best taken directly and allowed to coat the throat slowly.