New research indicates that manuka honey, a variety produced by bees that pollinate the manuka bush (Leptospermum scoparium) in New Zealand, may offer benefits beyond its established use in wound care. According to a report published in The Epoch Times, scientists are finding that manuka honey can help alleviate dry eyes, calm sinus inflammation, and improve oral health.
The honey’s unique properties stem from its high concentration of methylglyoxal (MGO), a compound with potent antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant effects. Unlike regular honey, which relies on hydrogen peroxide for antimicrobial action, manuka honey uses a stable non-peroxide mechanism, according to registered dietitian Tina Alexander, as quoted in The Epoch Times.
Read Full Article: https://www.naturalnews.com/2026-07-03-manuka-honey-dry-eyes-sinus-issues-oral-health.html
