Manuka honey: recipes

Not all honey is created equal. The same is true of New Zealand Manuka honey. Gabriella and her husband enhance this prized variety by producing it raw, unprocessed, and in small batches. But why is it so powerful? It comes from the nectar of the Manuka bush, which grows wild in certain areas of New Zealand. It contains methylglyoxal (GMO), an active ingredient with exceptional antibacterial, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory properties. So much so that it's often used to treat wounds and burns, as well as gastric problems like Helicobacter pylori.

The jcApotecari staff shows you how to enjoy it by the spoonful or apply it to your skin.

Recipes with Activist Manuka 300+mg

1. Cocoa granola

Ingredients:

• 3 cups gluten-free oat flakes
• 3 cups of coconut flakes
• 1 cup chopped hazelnuts
• 1 cup chopped almonds
• 1/4 cup chia seeds
• 1/2 teaspoon pink salt
• 1/2 cup Activist 300+ mg manuka honey
• 2/3 cup coconut oil
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup raw cocoa powder

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 180º degrees
2. Mix the oats, coconut flakes, chopped walnuts, and chia seeds in a large bowl.
3. Over low heat, melt the coconut oil and then add the manuka honey, vanilla, salt, and cocoa powder.
4. Pour the liquid ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix well.
5. Spread the mixture on a baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes. Remove from the oven and stir well. Bake for another 10 minutes until well toasted, being careful not to burn it. The dark color of the granola will help you tell if it's cooked or not.
6. Enjoy!

2. Golden milk (Ayurvedic turmeric tea)

Ingredients:

• 1/2 teaspoon organic ground turmeric
• 1/2 teaspoon Ashwaghanda
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1 pinch of ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon coconut oil
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon of Activist 300+ mg manuka honey
• 1 cup of almond milk

Instructions:

1. Heat all ingredients in a saucepan over low to medium heat.
2. Blend in a blender for 30 seconds to 1 minute until frothy.
3. Serve immediately and enjoy every sip!

Recipe with Activist Manuka 850+mg

Face mask

This is one of the best ways to use our Activist 850+ MGO manuka honey. This potent honey mask has powerful antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and healing properties that can beautify, protect, and balance your skin, helping to alleviate acne, dryness, and scarring.

Ingredients :

• 1 teaspoon of Activist 850+ mg manuka honey
• Optional additions:
• Cinnamon (helps stimulate circulation)
• Spirulina (perfect for sensitive skin)
• Matcha (packed with antioxidants and anti-aging benefits)
• Rose water (anti-inflammatory)

Instructions:

1. Lightly moisten your face with warm water to facilitate application.
2. Spread the manuka honey all over your face with clean fingers.
3. Let it rest for a minimum of 20 minutes, up to 1 hour.
4. Rinse with warm water and dry.
5. Apply this mask once or twice a week for best results (or even every day!)

Facial cleanser

Did you know you can also use Activist 850+ manuka honey to cleanse your skin daily? To do this, simply apply and rinse just like you would a regular facial cleanser.

Did you know that...

Manuka honey for wounds and burns