Manuka Health, Manuka Honey MGO 400+, 250g

MANUKA HEALTH HONEY 20+ 250GR
The Manuka Honey is certified to contain at least 400 mg / kg methylglyoxal, which is a natural compound that is responsible for the unique properties of the bioactive genuine honey Manuka.

The methylglyoxal in significant quantities only in some types of honey Manuka, testing and certification, it is important to ensure the amount of methylglyoxal contained.
Tests conducted at the University of Dresden (Germany) have shown that a minimum of 100 mg / kg to no benefit to health perry a minimum intake of 100mg / kg methylglyoxal.


Manuka honey in the methylglyoxal derived from the conversion of another compound of dihydroxyacetone that is in high concentration in the nectar of flowers Manuka.

The methylglyoxal is believed can give the Manuka honey antibacterial properties. The higher the concentration of methylglyoxal, the stronger the antibiotic effect.

Methylglyoxal referred to as pyrouvaldefdi or 2-oxopropanal is an organic compound of formula CH3C (O) CHO. Having two carbonyl groups, an aldehyde and a ketone. Is a reduced derivative of pyruvate. Samples methylglyoxal typically comprise the hydrates and oligomers.