Pregnancy: The Benefits of Manuka Honey for Fertility

Honey has been regarded as a natural fertility booster for generations.

Its history is so deep-rooted that some even believe the origins of the ‘honeymoon’ are derived from the ancient practice of consuming honey as newlyweds to aid conception. This month-long period was known as the "honey month" and was also believed to bless the couple with good luck and prosperity.

Honey was revered by the Ancient Egyptians for its natural aphrodisiac properties as a symbol of fertility. And even today, Persian, Armenian, and Greek wedding ceremonies include honey rituals to symbolise sweetness and fertility.

Packed with nutrients and antioxidants, it’s no wonder many soon-to-be families are incorporating this fertility-boosting superfood in their pre-conception preparations.

Whether you are experiencing infertility or just wanting to improve your chances of falling pregnant, keep reading to discover how Manuka honey can support you.

Immunity Boosting Benefits of Manuka Honey

Manuka honey is known for its immunity-boosting effects. High-quality Manuka contains a compound called methylglyoxal (MGO) which is vital in supporting a strong immune system. By ingesting Manuka honey throughout your conception phase, you can help ward off sickness and things that may impede your chances of falling pregnant.

As an excellent source of glucose and energy, Manuka also helps to maintain the nutrition levels your body relies on to conceive.

When pregnant, the body’s immune system lowers to support new life. Unfortunately, this can invite coughs, colds, and other ailments. So taking a daily dose of Manuka honey is a great way to support your immune system throughout pregnancy as well!

Mineral-Rich Manuka Honey

Manuka honey is rich in minerals, vitamins, and amino acids – all of which nourish the reproductive system and stimulate ovarian function.

Manuka contains vitamin B, iron, magnesium, calcium, and zinc (just to name a few!). This makes it the perfect holistic supplement to complement your fertility journey.

Vitamin B in particular is an essential substance for the production of testosterone and research has found links between honey intake and testosterone concentration.

Emerging scientific research has also deduced amino acids may play a central role in the making of proteins found in the placenta, uterus, and fetus.

Ingesting honey daily has been shown to increase nitric oxide levels in the blood by up to 50 percent.

Nitric oxide is one of the most important molecules for blood vessel health as it increases blood flow and lowers blood pressure – both important factors in healthy conception and pregnancy. An increase in nitric oxide has also been shown to improve erectile dysfunction.  

Manuka Honey Jam Packed with Antioxidants

Antioxidants are found organically in Manuka honey and research has found it to improve fertility in both males and females.

Antioxidants fight oxidative stress, a condition caused by too many waste substances in the body.

Research has found that antioxidants may both prevent sperm damage and increase sperm health. Some medical trials have also found that antioxidants may improve fertility and pregnancy rates in women.

Manuka honey is the perfect complementary superfood to your fertility journey. With health and vitality benefits for both males and females, it works with your body to ensure your immunity and nutrient levels are functioning at their best.

At Biosota, our high-grade MGO honey is packed with benefits – the higher the MGO rating, the greater the purity and potency of the product.

We recommend you ingest a tablespoon of Manuka honey daily to boost fertility.

You can take it straight from the spoon, spread it on toast, combined it with herbal teas, or mixed into warm milk (a traditional Ayurvedic practice).

Discover our range of high-grade MGO honey today.

Disclaimer: Statements made have not been evaluated by the TGA (Australian Therapeutic Goods Administration) or FDA (U.S. Food & Drug Administration). Products sold are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Manuka honey is not intended to be a substitute for other medicines or advice and is best used in conjunction with any existing treatment plans. Please consult your healthcare professional before beginning any treatment. For all of the science-backed and evidence-based information on the natural healing properties of medicinal-grade Manuka honey, please refer to the latest published Manuka Honey research and use at your own discretion.

Sources: 

• Rana, S., Mishra, M., Yadav, D., Subramani, S. K., Katare, C. and Prasad, G. (2018) “Medicinal uses of honey: a review on its benefits to human health”, Progress in Nutrition, 20(1-S), pp. 5–14. doi: 10.23751/pn.v20i1-S.6394.
• Hussain, T., Tan, B., Murtaza, G., Metwally, E., Yang, H., Kalhoro, M., Kalhoro, D., Chughtai, M. and Yin, Y., 2020. Role of Dietary Amino Acids and Nutrient Sensing System in Pregnancy Associated Disorders. Frontiers in Pharmacology, 11.
• Meo, S., Al-Asiri, S., Mahesar, A. and Ansari, M., 2017. Role of honey in modern medicine. Saudi Journal of Biological Sciences, 24(5), pp.975-978.