Which MGO Manuka honey is best?
We recommend the lower levels of MGO Manuka Honey for daily use, while the higher strength Manuka is used when you need more support in your daily diet – such as during cold and flu season.
What does MGO mean on Manuka honey?
Methylglyoxal
MGO stands for Methylglyoxal which is the organic compound responsible for Manuka honey’s strong antibacterial properties. Scientists are still researching exactly how methylglyoxal works with other components to produce Manuka’s unique health benefits. Our Red Label Manuka Honey is certified as MGO 83+ Manuka Honey.
What does MGO mean?
MGO
| Acronym | Definition |
|---|---|
| MGO | Magnesium Oxide (chemistry) |
| MGO | Marine Gas Oil (marine fuel) |
| MGO | Message Overwriting |
| MGO | Magneto Optical |
What is MGO and UMF in manuka honey?
UMF is an acronym meaning Unique Mānuka Factor. UMF is an indicator of quality and purity of mānuka honey. MGO stands for methylglyoxal, the naturally occurring compound that makes mānuka honey so unique. An MGO rating is a standardised measure of methyglyoxal content and is an indicator of quality.
Is Manuka honey MGO 100 good?
For a quick comparison of the numbers and uses see the Manuka honey ratings table below.
| Strength | MGO | Suggested Use |
|---|---|---|
| Low | 30+ | Everyday sweetener |
| Mild | 100+ | Everyday general wellbeing |
| Medium | 200+ | General wellbeing & digestive health |
| High | 500+ | Cosmetics and digestive health |
What is 40 mg Manuka honey?
Manuka Bay Manuka honey MGO 40 is 100% genuine New Zealand Manuka honey sourced directly from beekeepers to LloydsPharmacy. The honey has been independently tested and rated at MGO 40, the higher the MGO number the more potent the antimicrobial activity is.
Is Manuka Honey MGO 100 good?
Is higher MGO better?
But in Manuka honey, thanks to MGO, the antibacterial properties remain even after the hydrogen peroxide has disappeared. Manuka honey comes in a range of MGO ratings. The higher the number on the label, the better the health benefits and anti-bacterial properties are.
What does MGO 100 mean?
methylglyoxal
Manuka Health pioneered MGO testing in 2008 after the ground-breaking discovery that MGO is the elusive ‘magic Manuka ingredient’. MGO stands for methylglyoxal, the naturally occurring compound that makes Manuka honey so special. MGO is formed in the honey from Manuka nectar.
Is 50 mg of manuka honey good?
Raw Manuka honey is great for immune support and is a perfect natural energy boost. 50+ MGO (Methylglyoxal). This is the main antibacterial compound in Manuka honey. It’s a key property when it comes to health benefits of the honey.