Research finds vegan honey could be engineered to match mānuka benefits
Recent research conducted at Aston University indicates that plant-based vegan honey alternatives could be scientifically engineered to possess antimicrobial properties comparable to those found in prized mānuka honey from New Zealand. Mānuka honey is globally recognized and highly valued for its unique medicinal and antibacterial qualities, which originate from specific plant compounds found in its natural floral sources. By carefully selecting and combining specific plant extracts and ingredients, food scientists and researchers believe they can replicate not only the taste and texture of traditional honey but also its functional health benefits. This development opens up new possibilities for cruelty-free sweeteners that offer therapeutic value rather than just empty calories.