Methylglyoxal is the compound primarily responsible for the stable, potent, high-quality, unique, and natural bioactive effects found in New Zealand Manuka Honey.

WHY MEASURE FOR MGO?

Measuring Methylglyoxal (MGO) is the standard method used by the Ministry of Primary Industries (MPI) in New Zealand. MGO is a quantifiable substance and serves as a key indicator of Manuka Honey quality.

WHY MNZ?

Learn more about us. MNZ is committed to providing a quality guarantee to ensure that consumers are purchasing genuine and authentic New Zealand Manuka Honey. MNZ exclusively produces raw, unfiltered, unpasteurized monofloral MGO Manuka Honey, which meets the highest standards of purity and quality. This commitment to producing high-quality Manuka Honey sets MNZ apart as a trusted source for this unique honey variety.

MONOFLORAL?

MNZ takes pride in exclusively producing monofloral MGO Manuka Honey, which means that their honey is sourced solely from the Manuka shrub or tree. This dedication to monofloral honey ensures that their product captures the unique qualities and characteristics of the Manuka plant, providing consumers with a distinct and high-quality honey experience.

HOW DO I USE MANUKA HONEY?

Manuka Honey can be consumed in many different ways.

In a smootie, in yogurt, on bread, on a cracker, in dishes etc etc.
However, tea is a shame because all the unique qualities are destroyed by heating.
Manuka Honey can of course also be consumed directly from the pot if one wants to experience the pure taste of real Manuka Honey by consuming a few teaspoons daily.
Dissolved in water (for example, a tablespoon in a shake cup, or a teaspoon in a large glass)

HOW DO I KNOW IF MY MANUKA HONEY IS REAL?

MNZ maintains a commitment to quality by subjecting all its honey to rigorous laboratory testing. Their dedication to authenticity is highlighted by the presence of the distinctive golden MNZ MGO label, ensuring customers that they are receiving genuine Manuka Honey. The quality control process includes thorough checks for various specifications and parameters, conducted by IANZ laboratories. These checks encompass factors such as color, conductivity, taste, aroma, and the presence of Manuka-type pollen. Additionally, MNZ tests for the presence of key compounds like MGO, DHA, and HMF to guarantee the authenticity and quality of their monofloral Manuka Honey.

Measuring = Knowing

WHERE DOES MNZ PACK ITS MANUKA HONEY?

MNZ takes full control of its Manuka Honey production and packaging processes, ensuring that they are carried out in their facility in New Zealand. In line with their commitment to quality and safety, MNZ also emphasizes that all their packaging is free from BPA (Bisphenol A), reflecting their dedication to providing safe and high-quality products to their customers.

WHY DOES MNZ PRODUCE MANUKA HONEY UP TO MGO 1500+?

MNZ highlights the rarity and uniqueness of Manuka Honey with MGO values exceeding 1000+. They explain that these extremely high MGO values are rarely, if ever, naturally produced by bees and may indicate artificial alteration or aging of the honey. MNZ also mentions that producing Manuka Honey with MGO 1500+ is costly, and it is produced in very limited editions due to its limited availability. This information underscores the exceptional nature of their high-quality Manuka Honey products.

WHY DOES MNZ ONLY USE MGO VALUES?

MNZ emphasizes the accuracy and reliability of measuring Methylglyoxal (MGO) in their Manuka Honey. They state that this test method has a margin of error of less than 2%, highlighting its precision. Additionally, they mention that testing for and on Methylglyoxal (MGO) is a government obligation in New Zealand. MNZ's commitment to measuring measurable substances like MGO, DHA, and HMF underlines their dedication to quality assurance and compliance with government regulations.

WHAT DO THE TERMS ACTIVE, UMF, NPA, 5+, 10+, 15+, 20+ AND 25+ MEAN?

In the early days of research into the unique effect of Manuka Honey, the researchers could only make a comparison with the unique activity based on a comparison with Phenol (phenol). Phenol (phenol) is used in hospitals to kill bacteria. Terms such as Active, NPA, 5+, 10+, 15+, 20+ and 25+ are therapeutic terms that refer to the comparable concentration of Phenol in Honey that are not permitted by law from New Zealand. This creates a lot of confusion among consumers. UMF confers Unique Manuka Factor (UMF®). This grade has been discovered by Peter Molan. UMF values are not directly measured, because UMF is not a substance, and are calculated on the basis of Phenol (phenol) solutions.

Important

It should be noted that phenol equivalence measurements on Manuka Honey products and labels, such as 5+, 10+, 15+, 20+ and 25+, are therapeutic claims. From January 2016, these are no longer permitted under the New Zealand Food Standards Code. This means that brands with such designations are not packaged in New Zealand.
NPA (Non Peroxide Activity) is prohibited by the New Zealand government any longer to be used on packaging

Peter Molan, discoverer of UMF value.

WHY ARE THERE SUCH LARGE PRICE DIFFERENCES IN MANUKA HONEY? ISN’T MANUKA HONEY MANUKA HONEY?

Manuka Honey is not always Manuka Honey!

The Consumers’ Association has conducted an extensive investigation into Manuka Honey, which has shown that many brands apply fraud. This is done by incorrectly mentioning Methylglyoxal values, incorrect labeling, selling very low quality Manuka Honey as very good and much more.

The values of Manuka Honey are determined by the natural presence of both MGO, DHA and HMF. If MGO is high, the value of DHA is also high and the value of HMF is relatively low.

Manufacturers mislead consumers by making them think that they are buying high-quality Manuka Honey, but are not actually doing so. The HMF values automatically increase due to, among other things, artificial heating of Manuka Honey. By measuring HMF values in laboratories, one can find out if a honey has been heated. By artificially heating low quality Manuka Honey, which increases the Methylglyoxal values, it is possible to sell Manuka Honey more expensive than it actually is. This has also been demonstrated by the Consumers’ Association.

Manufacturers mislead consumers by:

Incorrect labeling
Label indicates Manuka Honey; however, tests show that it hardly contains Manuka Honey.

Incorrect UMF or Methylglyoxal values
Label indicates Active 24+ / UMF 25+ or MGO 850+ Manuka Honey; however, tests have shown that it only has values of 30 mg / kg Methylglyoxal.

Manuka Honey heated too strongly
Label indicates 850 mg / kg Methylglyoxal, without informing the consumer that the honey has been heated (measurable by measuring HMF).
This causes the Methylglyoxal value to rise unnaturally and all active ingredients to disappear.

Cheap Manuka Honey as an expensive sell
A combination of both an incorrect label, overly heated manuka honey and unclear indication on the label about the values.

Important measurable ingredients / compounds in Manuka Honey

MGO; Methylglyoxal; is measured in mg / kg.
The ingredient that makes Manuka Honey so unique.

DHA; Dihydroxyacetone; is the precursor of Methylglyoxal in nectar; is measured in mg / kg.
Determines the final amount of Methylglyoxal in a honey

HMF; Hydroxymethylfurfural; the indicator for heating honey; the higher this value, the hotter the honey has been; is measured in mg / kg.
Dust that is released when honey is heated. Important indication for the quality.

CAN ANYONE USE MANUKA HONEY?

Manuka Honey; a blessing for everyone. Manuka Honey can be used by anyone; however, not by children under 1 year and people with allergies to bee products. Manuka Honey can also be consumed during pregnancy.

Are MNZ's Manuka Honeys medicinal Manuka honeys?

We cannot provide details about this due to legal regulations and restrictions. What we can confirm is that all Manuka Honey from MNZ is 100% pure and completely raw honey, resulting in very high quality Manuka honey products.

Does Manuka Honey cause side effects?

No.