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As COVID-19 spreads around the world people ask what they can do to protect themselves from infection.As we know, development of an effective vaccine will be at least 18 months away so what can we do … read more

Two New Zealand plant species colloquially known as tea trees have been shown to have very effective antimicrobial properties.The two species are manuka (Leptospermum scoparium) and kanuka ( … read more

Corticosteroids, commonly known as steroids found in many creams and ointments for treating skin disorders can lead to skin thinning and exposure to sunburn and UV therapy can lead to skin cancer acco … read more

Scientific studies from Switzerland and New Zealand report that the 3 major strains of oral bacteria can be controlled by Manuka UMF honey.Comparisons were made between standard honey, chlorhexid … read more

Propolis is a resin like substance produced by honey bees to protect their hive against infection from bacteria and other outside contaminants.In recent times New Zealand propolis has been extensively … read more