Honey Proven Better than OTC Medication for Children’s Coughs

Children’s immune systems are pretty robust but Manuka honey provides the ideal way for children to incorporate healthy goodness into their breakfast or lunch regime.

Whilst all honey has some antibacterial qualities, Manuka honey is something of a honey superhero. It contains a powerful antimicrobial substance called methylglyoxal (MGO), along with other compounds, which help kill off certain bacteria.

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“I always recommend honey as the first line of defence against coughs and colds. One study found a spoonful of honey at night was more effective than many over-the-counter medicines at soothing children’s coughs and helping them sleep better (although it should never be given to babies under the age of one because of the risk of botulism)”

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Honey for coughs

Honey has been used for centuries to coat the throat, reduce irritation and ease coughing. A 2018 study found that honey may be more effective than over-the-counter treatments for children’s coughs, especially in reducing cough frequency and severity. Manuka honey offers unique properties that make it particularly effective, as it contains high levels of Methylglyoxal (MGO) - a compound linked to antibacterial and antimicrobial effects giving Manuka honey its scientifically proven ability to fight bacteria and promote healing.

Strep A

Over the last few years, Strep. Pyogenes (more commonly known as Strep A) have shown increased resistance to certain antibiotics used for the treatment of pharyngotonsilitis in children. This increased bacterial resistance to traditional antimicrobial agents has prompted the use of natural products with antimicrobial properties such as Propolis and Manuka honey. Propolis is now often referred to as a ‘natural antibiotic for sore throats’ for this reason.

Viruses

Early research suggests Manuka Honey may have antiviral effects. The naturally high levels of MGO in Manuka honey have been proven in a recent lab-based study to inhibit the virus that causes Covid-19. Researchers found MGO boosted levels of powerful immune system cells to fight the virus while keeping potentially dangerous inflammation at bay. Manuka honey offers a great natural way to help shore up all your family’s defences.

Tasty and easy to take

Just a spoonful a day is all you need

It’s easy to get your kids to enjoy Manuka honey – either off the spoon or mixed with a drink

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70 MGO Manuka Honey 500g

“It is delicious. My children and I eat it every morning to increase immunity. My children get sick because of the change in weather, but honey helps me resist diseases.”

Asawer K.

15/07/2025

540 MGO Manuka Honey 500g - Monofloral

“I give it to my children every morning for boosting their immune system, they love the taste and I am hoping it's supporting their little bodies with all the goodies.”

Yordanka K.

15/07/2025

70 MGO Manuka Honey 500g

“I love the taste of manuka honey. I used it on my children's grazed knees also for Coughs and colds. Can't praise it enough. My children never had pills and potions. Good old manuka! Recommended this many times to friends, to the point of me becoming boring 😁”

Yvonne M.

15/07/2025

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Honey Proven Better than OTC Medication for Children’s Coughs

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