Much research has been carried out on Jarrah honey.  It has high antibacterial, antimicrobial and anti fungal activity and due to its high hydrogen peroxide level, it can inhibit Golden Staph Bacteria.

Jarrah honey has one of the highest antioxidant levels in the world. Doctors recommend eating or drinking five foods high in antioxidants per day.

The use of honey as an alternate therapy to combat infection by antibiotic resistant organisms is gaining ground with new research confirming the medicinal benefits of the natural product.

As Jarrah honey is a high fructose honey those consumers, who are diabetic and still desire some sweetness in their diet, will find this honey beneficial whereas some honeys in the world are much higher in glucose.

• Anti aging - Jarrah honey has one of the highest antioxidant levels in the world. It has 2 - 3 X more antioxidants than Manuka Honey. Take one spoonful consumed directly or made into a delicious drink for your daily antioxidant boost.
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• Relieving sore throat - Jarrah honey has high antibacterial and antimicrobial benefits that can relieve sore throats
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• Wound dressing - Due to its antiseptic properties it can help prevent infection when applied to cuts and wounds

• Burns and sunburn - Jarrah honey can relieve burns and sunburn while protecting the skin from infection

• Mouth ulcers and bad breath - Jarrah honey helps combat stomach bacteria like Helicobacter pylori that causes ulcers and bad breath

• Bee Stings and other insect bites - Jarrah honey can be applied to bee stings to relieve the bitten area

• Diabetics - Jarrah honey has high fructose sugar and lower glucose levels than other types of honey. The low glycemic index is suitable (but in moderation) to be consumed by diabetics.

West Australian Jarrah tree (Eucalyptus marginata) is a large forest tree usually found in the Jarrah forest, which extends from Gingin, north of Perth to as far south as Albany.  The main commercial nectar flows are in the Darling Range. Jarrah trees are unique to Western Australia.

The Jarrah tree is a magnificent tall timber tree that can grow up to 40 metres in height.  It is a slow growing Eucalyptus tree that can live up to 1000 years.  It has with a brown fissured bark that can withstand intense forest fires and a large green canopy.

When it is in full flower, it is simply magnificent.  The flowers are carried on the tips of the branches and the whole tree can be covered in beautiful creamy flowers.

Jarrah generally flowers every two years, usually from December through to January in the early summer.  The nectar produced has a low moisture content and is collected by honeybees.

Jarrah produces a dark, thick, tasty  honey with a caramel aftertaste. It is not as sweet as other honeys due to its low glucose and high fructose levels.   For this reason,  pure Jarrah honey will not candy.

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What is TA Level?
Honey’s anti-microbial quality is measured by the term “Total Activity (TA)” The higher the Total activity (TA) the more active its antimicrobial strength. The anti-bacterial activity of the honey is derived via natural enzymes in the honey. Honey with a Total Activity of 15+ can be used to treat wounds, burns and skin infections becoming increasingly effective as the TA level increases.

The total activity rating of Jarrah Honey is tested against MRSA bacteria (Staphylococcus aureus – Golden Staph). The ‘zone of inhibition’ or Clear Zone (honey kills bacteria) is measured.

An activity rating is used to communicate the activity strength of the honey:

• Non-active: 0% activity – No zone of inhibition
• Total Activity 5+: 5% activity – Creating a zone of inhibition equivalent to the antibacterial activity of a 5% phenol solution
• Total Activity 10+: 10% activity – Creating a zone of inhibition equivalent to the antibacterial activity of a 10% phenol solution
• Total Activity 15+: 15% activity – Creating a zone of inhibition equivalent to the antibacterial activity of a 15% phenol solution

The higher the activity rating, the higher the unique antibacterial properties of the honey.

Honey from the Western Australian Jarrah Tree (Eucalyptus marginata) has been thoroughly researched by the Department of Agriculture And Food Research Western Australia.