Raw Manuka Honey MGO Certified
Liquid medicinal gold from New Zealand’s untouched forests: a thick, dark honey made by bees from the flowers of the tea tree (manuka), renowned worldwide for methylglyoxal (MGO), a compound that kills bacteria and soothes stomach ulcers.
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💡 Smart Nutritional Guidance
Consumption advice
Take one teaspoon to one tablespoon (10 to 20 g) on an empty stomach in the morning, or dissolve it in warm (not boiling) water to soothe reflux and H. pylori.
Best preparation methods
Use a wooden or plastic spoon instead of a metal one to protect the activity of its natural antibacterial enzymes, and check that the jar carries a certified MGO rating.
Important Nutritional Note
Its glycemic index is low but at the upper limit (55), and the glycemic load of a tablespoon (20 g) is 8.8; for people with diabetes it should be treated as a remedy in a limited dose, not an open substitute for sugar.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per typical portion (20 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 310 kcal | 62 kcal |
| Protein | 0.3 g | 0.1 g |
| Carbohydrate | 80 g | 16 g |
| Available carbohydrate | 80 g | 16 g |
| Fat | 0 g | 0 g |
| Dietary fibre | 0 g | 0 g |
The typical portion is approximate, for comparison purposes.
Comparison & smarter alternatives
Among the foods in Special ingredients & supplements with a glycemic index (10), it ranks 9 (lowest first).
Smart alternatives from the same family:
Frequently asked questions
Does manuka honey treat H. pylori?
Laboratory studies show that manuka with an MGO 400+ activity inhibits the growth of Helicobacter pylori and helps the stomach lining heal.
Is manuka honey safe for people with diabetes?
It is still honey, containing glucose and fructose, so the portion should not exceed one tablespoon (20 g) and must be counted carefully against the insulin or medication dose.
What is the nutritional value of a tablespoon (20 g)?
It gives you 62 kcal and 16 g available (net) carbohydrate from natural sugars.
Reviewed by the WiBo Health medical team · Last reviewed 13 October 2026
Disclaimer: This guidance is for nutritional lifestyle orientation and does not constitute a diagnostic medical device under EU Regulation MDR 2017/745.