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Manuka Honey for Diabetic Patients

July 31, 2025

Manuka Honey for Diabetic Patients

Diabetes affects millions of people worldwide, and managing blood sugar levels can often feel like a constant balancing act. As more people seek natural remedies for blood suga... Continue reading about Manuka Honey for Diabetic Patients
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Manuka Honey for Pets! - Bees & Trees Manuka Honey

April 02, 2025

Manuka Honey for Pets!

We love our furry friends, and we always want the best for them! We buy them the best food, keep them groomed, and take them out to socialize. No wonder we call them fur babies... Continue reading about Manuka Honey for Pets!
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Manuka Honey for Dogs: The Ultimate Guide to Healing, Digestion, and Overall Wellness - Bees & Trees Manuka Honey

March 31, 2025

Manuka Honey for Dogs: The Ultimate Guide to Healing, Digestion, and Overall Wellness

Manuka honey can be a sweet, natural way to support your dog’s well-being?  We all love spoiling our furry friends with tasty treats and plenty of affection, so it only makes se... Continue reading about Manuka Honey for Dogs: The Ultimate Guide to Healing, Digestion, and Overall Wellness
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What is Manuka Honey? + 7 Incredible Benefits - Bees & Trees Manuka Honey

March 31, 2025

What is Manuka Honey? + 7 Incredible Benefits

For centuries, people have harvested the sweet nectar of nature’s busiest member of the insect family. Between honey’s taste and numerous health benefits, you really can’t go wr... Continue reading about What is Manuka Honey? + 7 Incredible Benefits
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14 Mind Blowing Uses of Manuka Honey! - Bees & Trees Manuka Honey

January 25, 2025

14 Mind Blowing Uses of Manuka Honey!

Manuka honey is well recognized by those in the nutrition, health, and wellness field for its wide range of amazing uses! From improving oral hygiene to bolstering gut health an... Continue reading about 14 Mind Blowing Uses of Manuka Honey!
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Manuka Honey Research for Cystic Fibrosis - Bees & Trees Manuka Honey

January 25, 2025

Manuka Honey Research for Cystic Fibrosis

About 40,000 children and adults live with cystic fibrosis in the United States, and approximately 105,000 people have been diagnosed with CF across 94 countries. [1] In this ar... Continue reading about Manuka Honey Research for Cystic Fibrosis
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Manuka Honey vs. Regular Honey: 10 Key Differences That Might Surprise You - Bees & Trees Manuka Honey

January 25, 2025

Manuka Honey vs. Regular Honey: 10 Key Differences That Might Surprise You

Our natural world is incredibly diverse, with different climates and regions producing plants unlike any other. The history of beekeeping in different parts of the world goes ba... Continue reading about Manuka Honey vs. Regular Honey: 10 Key Differences That Might Surprise You
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What Does Manuka Honey Blend Mean? - Bees & Trees Manuka Honey

January 16, 2025

What Does Manuka Honey Blend Mean?

There are numerous brands of Manuka honey available in the market today. At a single store you can encounter the terms “Monofloral Manuka”, “Manuka”, “Multi-floral Manuka” or “M... Continue reading about What Does Manuka Honey Blend Mean?
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What is Manuka Oil, Usage, Benefits and Dosage - Bees & Trees Manuka Honey

January 07, 2025

What is Manuka Oil, Usage, Benefits and Dosage

The Mānuka tree, native to New Zealand, may be best known for its Mānuka honey, but it also yields a powerful essential oil: Mānuka oil. Extracted from the tree’s leaves, branch... Continue reading about What is Manuka Oil, Usage, Benefits and Dosage
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Is Manuka Honey Fattening? - Bees & Trees Manuka Honey

December 30, 2024

Is Manuka Honey Fattening?

Manuka honey is packed with health benefits, but could it also be contributing to your weight gain?  The answer largely depends on how much you're consuming.  To better understa... Continue reading about Is Manuka Honey Fattening?
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Manuka Honey for Cough, Cold, Flu & COVID: Usage & Strength Guide - Bees & Trees Manuka Honey

November 19, 2024

Manuka Honey for Cough, Cold, Flu & COVID: Usage & Strength Guide

With seasonal temperatures starting to dip and the uncertainty of how COVID will continue to affect us all, it’s time to prepare for the cold and flu season. There are lots of ... Continue reading about Manuka Honey for Cough, Cold, Flu & COVID: Usage & Strength Guide
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Benefits of Storing Manuka Honey in a Glass Jar - Bees & Trees Manuka Honey

October 23, 2024

Benefits of Storing Manuka Honey in a Glass Jar

The choice of storage is crucial for preserving the quality and potency of Manuka honey. While honey jars are made of various materials, including plastic, stainless steel, and... Continue reading about Benefits of Storing Manuka Honey in a Glass Jar
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Is Honey Good for GERD, Acid Reflux, and Barrett's Esophagus? - Bees & Trees Manuka Honey

October 04, 2024

Is Honey Good for GERD, Acid Reflux, and Barrett's Esophagus?

Acid reflux, Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), and Barrett’s Esophagus are connected and interrelated conditions. Acid reflux is the occasional regurgitation of stomach co... Continue reading about Is Honey Good for GERD, Acid Reflux, and Barrett's Esophagus?
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Does Manuka Honey Help With Sore Throat? - Bees & Trees Manuka Honey

September 26, 2024

Does Manuka Honey Help With Sore Throat?

Sore throats can be a real pain, disrupting your day and leaving you feeling miserable. This common issue affects both young and old alike, with one in three children experienci... Continue reading about Does Manuka Honey Help With Sore Throat?
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Why is Manuka Honey So Expensive? - Bees & Trees Manuka Honey

September 16, 2024

Why is Manuka Honey So Expensive?

Manuka honey isn't just any honey—it's a unique variety of honey that is produced when bees forage the flowers of native Manuka trees in New Zealand. This honey is renowned for ... Continue reading about Why is Manuka Honey So Expensive?
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The Powerful Anti-Oxidant Properties of Manuka Honey - Bees & Trees Manuka Honey

September 04, 2024

The Powerful Anti-Oxidant Properties of Manuka Honey

Manuka honey packs a powerful punch of antioxidants known for combating oxidative stress in the body. These properties support immune health, reduce inflammation, and have shown... Continue reading about The Powerful Anti-Oxidant Properties of Manuka Honey
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The Anti-aging Benefits of Manuka Honey - Bees & Trees Manuka Honey

September 04, 2024

The Anti-aging Benefits of Manuka Honey

The pursuit of youthful, healthy skin can be traced as far back as Cleopatra, who famously bathed in sour milk to maintain her radiant glow. Today, this age-old quest drives cou... Continue reading about The Anti-aging Benefits of Manuka Honey
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The Shocking Sexual Benefits of Manuka honey - Bees & Trees Manuka Honey

August 01, 2024

The Shocking Sexual Benefits of Manuka honey

Throughout history, honey has been valued not just as a sweetener but also for its medicinal and aphrodisiac properties. As far back as 500 BC, honey was known as an aphrodisia... Continue reading about The Shocking Sexual Benefits of Manuka honey
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Is Manuka Honey Good for Burns? - Bees & Trees Manuka Honey

July 31, 2024

Is Manuka Honey Good for Burns?

Honey has been cherished for its healing properties for over 4,000 years.  In ancient Egypt, honey was commonly used for wound care, and in ancient Greece, Hippocrates, the fath... Continue reading about Is Manuka Honey Good for Burns?
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Manuka Honey’s Benefits for Digestive Health! - Bees & Trees Manuka Honey

June 17, 2024

Manuka Honey’s Benefits for Digestive Health!

When it comes to protecting and improving your Digestive System, Manuka honey excels with its unique healing properties and probiotic activity. Manuka honey is created when bees... Continue reading about Manuka Honey’s Benefits for Digestive Health!
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How to prepare Manuka honey and apple cider vinegar for Wellness - Bees & Trees Manuka Honey

June 10, 2024

How to prepare Manuka honey and apple cider vinegar for Wellness

Manuka honey and apple cider vinegar are two natural ingredients known for their distinctive health benefits.  Manuka honey is packed with amino acids, vitamins B and C, antioxi... Continue reading about How to prepare Manuka honey and apple cider vinegar for Wellness
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Which is the Best Manuka honey? - Bees & Trees Manuka Honey

May 28, 2024

Which is the Best Manuka honey?

Manuka honey is derived from the nectar of the Mānuka tree (Leptospermum scoparium), native to New Zealand. Its distinctiveness is mainly due to Methylglyoxal (MGO), which corre... Continue reading about Which is the Best Manuka honey?
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Does Cancer Hate Manuka Honey? - Bees & Trees Manuka Honey

April 11, 2024

Does Cancer Hate Manuka Honey?

Imitating our title from the 2016 book by Marla Uspenski, “Cancer Hates Tea”, we aspire in this article to provide a medical/scientific guide for the research that has been con... Continue reading about Does Cancer Hate Manuka Honey?
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Behind the Hive: Exploring the Journey of Bees & Trees Founder Mike Everly - Bees & Trees Manuka Honey

February 15, 2024

Behind the Hive: Exploring the Journey of Bees & Trees Founder Mike Everly

In a candid conversation with Agebuzz Managing Editor Connie Zuckerman, Mike Everly, the founder of Bees & Trees, shares his remarkable journey from a career in management c... Continue reading about Behind the Hive: Exploring the Journey of Bees & Trees Founder Mike Everly
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Honey vs. Sugar - A Deep Dive into Natural Sweetening - Bees & Trees Manuka Honey

December 11, 2023

Honey vs. Sugar - A Deep Dive into Natural Sweetening

In the world of sweeteners, two names often stir up a debate: honey and sugar. Each brings its unique taste and nutritional profile to the table. While honey is celebrated for i... Continue reading about Honey vs. Sugar - A Deep Dive into Natural Sweetening
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“Fight the Mite” Honeybee Research Project - Bees & Trees Manuka Honey

December 04, 2023

“Fight the Mite” Honeybee Research Project

Bees and Trees cares about the health of the honeybee population worldwide, very much.  And luckily, so do a lot of other people. We are proud to be supporting the research wor... Continue reading about “Fight the Mite” Honeybee Research Project
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Manuka honey for Energy, Exercise, and Sports Performance - Bees & Trees Manuka Honey

October 30, 2023

Manuka honey for Energy, Exercise, and Sports Performance

Honey is a great natural energy source for endurance athletes, gym enthusiasts, and anyone who plays a sport. It is made of unrefined sugars like fructose and glucose, which are... Continue reading about Manuka honey for Energy, Exercise, and Sports Performance
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Can Manuka Honey Help With a Respiratory Infection? - Bees & Trees Manuka Honey

September 27, 2023

Can Manuka Honey Help With a Respiratory Infection?

As we spend more time indoors during the fall and winter, respiratory infections become more common due to low humidity and increased contact. While these infections are inconve... Continue reading about Can Manuka Honey Help With a Respiratory Infection?
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Why is your honey not UMFHA certified? - Bees & Trees Manuka Honey

September 27, 2023

Why is your honey not UMFHA certified?

Customer Question:Hi, I just bought a jar of your honey. My wife and I love the honey and will continue to buy it, but I’m curious…why is your honey not UMFHA-certified? Bees &... Continue reading about Why is your honey not UMFHA certified?
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Manuka Honey’s Oral Health Benefits: Powerful Properties for Mouth and Dental Care - Bees & Trees Manuka Honey

September 25, 2023

Manuka Honey’s Oral Health Benefits: Powerful Properties for Mouth and Dental Care

The Role of Manuka Honey for Oral Health Manuka honey is one of nature’s strongest healers and has served historically as a remedy to a variety of ailments. This all-natural su... Continue reading about Manuka Honey’s Oral Health Benefits: Powerful Properties for Mouth and Dental Care
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Can You Have Manuka Honey While Pregnant? - What You Need to Know - Bees & Trees Manuka Honey

August 21, 2023

Can You Have Manuka Honey While Pregnant? - What You Need to Know

Can You Have Manuka Honey While Pregnant? Pregnancy can come with a multitude of emotions. Some women may experience sadness, excitement, overflowing feelings of love, anxiety,... Continue reading about Can You Have Manuka Honey While Pregnant? - What You Need to Know
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What is MGO, UMF, and NPA? - Bees & Trees Manuka Honey

August 18, 2023

What is MGO, UMF, and NPA?

1.- What is MGO (Methylglyoxal)? Methylglyoxal is a naturally occurring organic compound found in varying concentrations in Manuka honey. It is commonly abbreviated as either M... Continue reading about What is MGO, UMF, and NPA?
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New Zealand vs. Australian Manuka Honey - What Is the Difference? - Bees & Trees Manuka Honey

August 08, 2023

New Zealand vs. Australian Manuka Honey - What Is the Difference?

Authentic Manuka honey, with its roots deep in the heart of New Zealand, has taken the global stage by storm, thanks to its unparalleled health benefits. Its international fame,... Continue reading about New Zealand vs. Australian Manuka Honey - What Is the Difference?
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Manuka Honey Aids Symptoms of Ulcerative Colitis - Bees & Trees Manuka Honey

July 26, 2023

Manuka Honey Aids Symptoms of Ulcerative Colitis

Can Manuka honey help manage ulcerative colitis? How effective is it? These are some of the questions you might be asking yourself, and we understand. Living with ulcerative co... Continue reading about Manuka Honey Aids Symptoms of Ulcerative Colitis
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The ULTIMATE Manuka Honey Buyer’s Guide! - Bees & Trees Manuka Honey

June 20, 2023

The ULTIMATE Manuka Honey Buyer’s Guide!

“When buying Mānuka honey, how do I know I’m getting the real thing and paying a fair price?” We often get this question, and the truth is that not all Manuka honey is created e... Continue reading about The ULTIMATE Manuka Honey Buyer’s Guide!
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The Most Common Asked Questions About Manuka Honey (Answered!) - Bees & Trees Manuka Honey

February 21, 2023

The Most Common Asked Questions About Manuka Honey (Answered!)

Do you have questions about Manuka honey? You can find answers to the most common asked questions here. Please send us your questions here, if yours doesn’t get answered. 1. Wha... Continue reading about The Most Common Asked Questions About Manuka Honey (Answered!)
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Manuka Honey and Wound Care: How and Why It Works - Bees & Trees Manuka Honey

January 30, 2023

Manuka Honey and Wound Care: How and Why It Works

Honey has been used as a wound healing agent for thousands of years, with mention in some of the oldest books in history: the Qur’an and the Bible. Early civilizations like anci... Continue reading about Manuka Honey and Wound Care: How and Why It Works
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Does Manuka Honey Boost Immune Support? - Bees & Trees Manuka Honey

January 04, 2023

Does Manuka Honey Boost Immune Support?

Honey is a precious food that has been used for many centuries. More than 5,500 years ago, it was used to preserve the dead, heal wounds, treat baldness, coughs, sore throats an... Continue reading about Does Manuka Honey Boost Immune Support?
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Does Manuka Honey Contain Propolis? - Bees & Trees Manuka Honey

November 17, 2022

Does Manuka Honey Contain Propolis?

Honey is a popular food that can be traced back to 8,000 years ago. [1] It was traditionally used by Greeks, Egyptians, Chinese, and Romans as a wound-healing agent and a cure f... Continue reading about Does Manuka Honey Contain Propolis?
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Does Honey Go Bad? - Bees & Trees Manuka Honey

September 08, 2022

Does Honey Go Bad?

Did you know that the oldest honey in the world is 3,000 years old? Archeologists discovered it in 2015 in the tomb of the deceased Pharaoh, King Tut. The honey is believed to ... Continue reading about Does Honey Go Bad?
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Manuka Honey To Treat Dry Eye Syndrome and Meibomian Gland Dysfunction - Bees & Trees Manuka Honey

May 11, 2022

Manuka Honey To Treat Dry Eye Syndrome and Meibomian Gland Dysfunction

What Is Dry Eye Syndrome (DES) and Meibomian Gland Dysfunction (MGD)? Dry eye syndrome (DES) is a condition in which there is a deficiency in the quality or quantity of tears. ... Continue reading about Manuka Honey To Treat Dry Eye Syndrome and Meibomian Gland Dysfunction
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Why Are Manuka Honey's Flavonoids & Polyphenols Beneficial? - Bees & Trees Manuka Honey

May 09, 2022

Why Are Manuka Honey's Flavonoids & Polyphenols Beneficial?

Honey is widely known for its therapeutic and nutritional value and is generally used in managing sore throat symptoms, healing wounds, treating skin rashes, and as a natural s... Continue reading about Why Are Manuka Honey's Flavonoids & Polyphenols Beneficial?
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Antibacterial Properties of Manuka Honey - Bees & Trees Manuka Honey

April 14, 2022

Antibacterial Properties of Manuka Honey

Manuka honey has long been revered as nature’s “ointment” and “superfood” for its vast array of health and wellness properties. While the mechanisms behind its therapeutic effec... Continue reading about Antibacterial Properties of Manuka Honey
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How Honey Bees Communicate - Bees & Trees Manuka Honey

October 13, 2021

How Honey Bees Communicate

Honey bees use two methods to communicate with one another: odor and body movements. They use body odor or pheromones to create a societal glue between the bees, helping them i... Continue reading about How Honey Bees Communicate
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How to Become a Beekeeper - Bees & Trees Manuka Honey

July 15, 2021

How to Become a Beekeeper

Starting with beekeeping? You're in the right place. Beekeeping not only connects you with nature but also rewards you with the unique satisfaction of harvesting your own honey,... Continue reading about How to Become a Beekeeper
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Top Manuka Honey Skin Care Benefits - Bees & Trees Manuka Honey

May 05, 2021

Top Manuka Honey Skin Care Benefits

Manuka honey can be a close friend and play a vital role in your skin’s overall health and beauty regime. Whether it’s reducing symptoms of skin irritation, treating acne, heal... Continue reading about Top Manuka Honey Skin Care Benefits
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Manuka Honey Ages Like Fine Wine - Bees & Trees Manuka Honey

December 31, 2020

Manuka Honey Ages Like Fine Wine

Did you know that Manuka honey is similar to a fine wine? It takes months for Manuka honey to develop its full bioactivity strength. While all honey possesses antibacterial prop... Continue reading about Manuka Honey Ages Like Fine Wine
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Commuting to New Zealand - Bees & Trees Manuka Honey

September 17, 2020

Commuting to New Zealand

I guess you could say that I have a bit of an unusual “commute” to work.  Typically, I make a trip to New Zealand to work with my Operations Team four times per year, spending m... Continue reading about Commuting to New Zealand
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New Zealand Quality, Protection and Assurance - Bees & Trees Manuka Honey

September 16, 2020

New Zealand Quality, Protection and Assurance

New Zealand prides itself on its commitment and adherence to a range of measures to protect the quality, integrity and purity of its honey, and continually meets strict governme... Continue reading about New Zealand Quality, Protection and Assurance
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Caring for Nature's Gifts - Bees & Trees Manuka Honey

September 14, 2020

Caring for Nature's Gifts

Drawing on the perfection of nature, New Zealand is a producer of exceptional honey products that stand out on the world stage in terms of flavor, wellness, and sustainability. ... Continue reading about Caring for Nature's Gifts
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