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Unlike regular honey, Manuka contains high levels of MGO (Methylglyoxal). It is extremely scarce & very rare.
Why Manuka?
Simply put, this is the most powerful honey in the world. Its unparalleled strength isn’t just a legend—it’s scientifically proven. The secret lies in the unique, naturally occurring compounds, first discovered by New Zealand university researchers over 40 years ago.
Beyond its rich, distinct flavor is the profound health and wellness benefits that truly make Manuka honey worth its weight in gold.
What is MGO?
MGO stands for Methylglyoxal, the natural compound that gives Manuka honey its strong antibacterial power. On manuka labels, you’ll see numbers like MGO 100+ 250+ 540+. Ranges between 30+ & 850+
Melu manuka is 540+
The number shows the concentration of methylglyoxal in milligrams per kilogram honey. The higher the number the stronger its bacterial activity & health benefits. This MGO comes from dihydroxyacetone (DHA), which is naturally present in Manuka flower nectar. The key difference is that Manuka honey contains MGO levels up to 1,000 times higher than regular honey. This concentration increases as the honey is aged properly. The MGO rating on the jar is a simple system that tells you the honey’s strength. For example, a bottle marked 850+ MGO means there is a minimum of 850 milligrams of Methylglyoxal per kilogram of honey. It’s a clear way for customers to know the product’s potency, with higher MGO numbers indicating stronger antibacterial effects.
Leptospermum Scoparium
The Mānuka plant (Leptospermum scoparium), native to Aotearoa New Zealand, is a beautiful evergreen shrub often called the New Zealand Tea Tree. It features small, spine-tipped leaves and flowers that are typically white. It’s important to distinguish Mānuka from the common Australian ‘Tea Tree‘ (Melaleuca alternifolia). While related, Mānuka is unique because its nectar contains dihydroxyacetone (DHA).
When bees turn this nectar into honey, that DHA naturally transforms into Methylglyoxal (MGO), the compound responsible for Mānuka honey’s potent activity.
Why gut bacteria influences happiness?
Your gut is often called the “second brain” because it houses the enteric nervous system and trillions of bacteria
(the gut microbiome).
These microbes don’t just digest food – they produce & regulate many of the chemicals that affect mood & wellbeing:
Serotonin: About 90% of serotonin (the “happiness chemical”) is made in the gut, not the brain.
Dopamine & GABA: Certain gut microbes create neurotransmitters that influence motivation, calmness & pleasure.
Inflammation & Stress: A healthy microbiome reduces inflammation & stress hormones, which in turn lifts mood.
Gut-Brain Axis: Through the vagus nerve, bacteria in the gut send messages directly to the brain, shaping how you feel day to day.
