{"product_id":"manuka-plus-the-bees-sneeze","title":"The Bee's Sneeze","description":"\u003cp\u003eWith over 600% of your daily recommended vitamin C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContains authentic New Zealand Mānuka honey powder MGO 300\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVitamin C, zinc \u0026amp; selenium all help maintain normal function of the immune system\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith ginger root \u0026amp; propolis extract\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable for vegetarians\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContains: 30 tablets\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eDescription\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA daily food supplement for the maintenance and support of the immune system. Each tablet contains Vitamin C, Zinc \u0026amp; Selenium combined with Propolis Extract, Freeze Dried Mānuka Honey \u0026amp; Ginger Root Extract.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Mānuka honey is sourced from our very own Manuka Doctor hives nestled in the luscious green mountains of New Zealand. The honey is freeze dried into powder form and added to our formula which is lovingly made in the UK to the very highest standard. The MGO (methylglyoxal) level in Mānuka Honey is derived from DHA (dihydroxyacetone) which is naturally present in the nectar of the Mānuka Bush.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eWhy it works\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep your immune system in tip-top condition. Find out how the ingredients in Manuka Plus The Bee’s Sneeze can help:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMañuka honey (MGO 300)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis high-strength honey – made by bees collecting nectar from New Zealand Mañuka bushes – contains the active ingredient methylglyoxal (MGO), which has an antimicrobial [1] and also anti-bacterial effect on the body, according to a 2018 study by Ulster University. [2] Our Mañuka honey is harvested from Manuka Doctor hives high in the New Zealand mountains, and then freeze-dried into powder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVitamin C\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAccording to the European Commission, this nutrient is important for normal immune system function in the general population. [3] According to the USA’s renowned Linus Pauling Institute, vitamin C is needed not only to produce the immune system’s front-line fighters, white blood cells, but it also stimulates their activity. [4]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVitamin C is found in fruit and vegetables, in particular citrus fruits, tomatoes, potatoes, melon, berries, kiwi fruit and green leafy vegetables. [5]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eZinc\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJust like vitamin C, this mineral is needed for normal immune system function. [6] A 2008 study by Wayne State University, USA reported that zinc is critical for the normal development and function of immune cells, including certain types of white blood cell called neutrophils and natural killer cells. An enzyme that helps gear up T-cells, another type of white blood cell, is also needed by zinc. [7]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFoods rich in this mineral include oysters, beef, seafood, pork, pulses, nuts and seeds, dairy food and wholegrains. [8]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSelenium\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis trace mineral is another nutrient essential for immune system function, according to the European Commission. [9]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn optimum selenium balance in the body leads to an improvement in the way the immune system responds, according to a 2008 study by the University of Hawaii, USA. [10] A later review, published in 2013 from the same establishment, found that giving older people selenium supplements increased their percentage of T-cells by more than 50% after six months. [11]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGood sources of selenium include Brazil nuts, halibut, tuna, liver and sunflower seeds. [12]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGinger root extract\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis root has been used for centuries for a range of problems, including coughs, colds, high blood pressure and nausea. Indeed, a 2012 Indian study reported that ginger has an anti-bacterial effect, [13] while different compounds in ginger, including its active ingredient, gingerol, may have anti-microbial properties – so can fight viruses and fungi too – according to a study published in 2014 by Saudi Arabia’s Qassim University. [14]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePropolis\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eManuka Plus The Bee’s Sneeze also contains propolis, a type of glue made by bees for their hives – hence the nickname ‘bee’s glue’. It’s been shown that propolis, which contains important plant chemicals called flavonoids, has immune-boosting properties: a 2019 Saudi Arabian analysis reported that the presence of propolis can trigger higher concentrations of immune cells, and support the activity of white blood cells. However, the researchers said that more studies were needed. [15]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e+ antioxidant activity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVitamin C, zinc, selenium, ginger and the flavonoids in propolis bolster the immune system in another way too: they’re all antioxidants, so help to protect cells from damage by free radicals [16] – unstable molecules that can damage cells, including cell membranes, DNA and enzymes. [17] This work supports the immune system to do its job properly, according to a 2015 review by Iran’s Nickan Research Institute. [18]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSources\u003cbr\u003e 1. Alvarez-Suarez JM, et al. The Composition and Biological Activity of Honey: A Focus on Manuka Honey. Foods. 2014 Sep;3(3):420-432. https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC5302252\/\u003cbr\u003e 2. Johnston M, et al. Antibacterial activity of Manuka honey and its components: An overview. AIMS Microbiology. 2018. 4(4):665-664. https:\/\/www.aimspress.com\/fileOther\/PDF\/microbiology\/microbiol-04-04-655.pdf\u003cbr\u003e 3. European Commission. EU Register on nutrition and health claims. http:\/\/ec.europa.eu\/food\/safety\/labelling_nutrition\/claims\/register\/public\/?event=search\u003cbr\u003e 4. Linus Pauling Institute at Oregon State University. Immunity In Depth: Overview of the Immune System. https:\/\/lpi.oregonstate.edu\/mic\/health-disease\/immunity\u003cbr\u003e 5. National Institutes of Health. Vitamin C: Fact Sheet for Health Professionals. https:\/\/ods.od.nih.gov\/factsheets\/VitaminC-HealthProfessional\/\u003cbr\u003e 6. As Source 3\u003cbr\u003e 7. Prasad AS. Zinc in Human Health: Effect of Zinc on Immune Cells. Mol Med. 2008 May-Jun; 14(5-6):353-357. https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC2277319\/\u003cbr\u003e 8. National Institutes for Health. Zinc: Fact Sheet for Health Professionals. https:\/\/ods.od.nih.gov\/factsheets\/Zinc-HealthProfessional\/#en3\u003cbr\u003e 9. As Source 3\u003cbr\u003e 10. Huang Z, Rose AH, Hoffmann PR. The Role of Selenium in Inflammation and Immunity: From Molecular Mechanisms to Therapeutic Opportunities. Antioxid Redox Signal. 2012 Apr 1; 16(7):705-743. https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3277928\/\u003cbr\u003e 11. Hoffmann PR, Berry MJ. The influence of selenium on immune responses. Mol Nutr Food Res. 2008 Nov; 52(11):1273-1280. https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3723386\/\u003cbr\u003e 12. National Institutes for Health. Selenium: Fact Sheet for Health Professionals. https:\/\/ods.od.nih.gov\/factsheets\/Selenium-HealthProfessional\/\u003cbr\u003e 13. Karuppiah P, Rajaram S. Antibacterial effect of Allium sativum cloves and Zingiber officinale rhizomes against multiple-drug resistant clinical pathogens. Asian Pac J Trop Biomed. 2012 Aug;2(8):597-601. https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3609356\/\u003cbr\u003e 14. Rahmani AH, Al Shabrmi FM, Aly SM. Active ingredients of ginger as potential candidates in the prevention and treatment of diseases via modulation of biological activities. Int J Physiol Pathophysiol Pharmacol. 2014;6(2):125-136. https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4106649\/\u003cbr\u003e 15. Al-Hariri M. Immune’s-boosting agent: Immunomodulation potentials of propolis. 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Avoid this product if you have allergies to pollen, bees or bee products. Do not use this product without first consulting with your doctor if you are under medical supervision, on prescribed medication, pregnant, breastfeeding, have asthma or related allergies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for Vegetarians\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTO OPEN:\u003c\/strong\u003e Remove the clear plastic sleeve using the perforation on the side, then lift off the larger top section.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVitamin C (Ascorbic Acid), Bulking Agents (Microcrystalline Cellulose, Dicalcium Phosphate), Propolis 2.5:1 Extract, Freeze Dried Manuka Honey (Maltodextrin), Emulsifier (Cross Linked Cellulose Gum), Anti-Caking Agents (Magnesium Stearate, Silicon Dioxide), Ginger Root 20:1 Extract, Zinc Citrate, Glazing Agents (Hydroxypropyl Methyl Cellulose, Glycerol, Carnauba Wax), Sodium Selenite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• No Added Flavourings or Colourings • Gluten • Soya \u0026amp; Nuts • GMO's • No Added Dairy or Yeast •\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eProduct Information\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0026\/7229\/6002\/files\/MDoc_-_New_Supplements_Tables_-_The_Bees_Sneeze_grande.jpg?v=1555326294\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Manuka Doctor","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39625439314038,"sku":"MD5070","price":15.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0081\/0755\/6982\/products\/The_Bees_Sneeze_Web_Front.jpg?v=1647356205","url":"https:\/\/staging-manukadoctor.myshopify.com\/products\/manuka-plus-the-bees-sneeze","provider":"Manuka Doctor [DEV]","version":"1.0","type":"link"}