My experience

[Lebod]

Hi I just thought I'd share something that others may or may not find useful...I have bronchiectasis and Crohn's, several months ago my consultant suggested I try manuka honey for my Crohn's, I've been taking a tablespoon a day since then and although I've not really noticed any difference with my Crohn's my chest has been amazing, I hardly cough any more and I've even stopped using my inhalers and nebuliser, hopefully this continues as I will continue to take my manuka on a daily basis....

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Hi Lebod. I have lifelong bronchiectasis. Sadly honey has never done anything for me. If it helps you that is fantastic so go for it !

[RoadRunner44]

Like you I have that irritating bronchiectasis cough so I am delighted you have found something that helps. How long have you now been taking the Manuka honey? If you continue to find its beneficial in a few months time please let us know. Its good to hear of some good news. Thanks for sharing it with us.

[Lebod in reply to RoadRunner44]

Hi I've been taking it for about three months, so yes if it's still helping in a few months time I'll let you know...thanks

[RoadRunner44 in reply to Lebod]

Hi again, How much manuka honey do you take and how often? Im thinking of buying some to try.

[Lebod in reply to RoadRunner44]

I take 1 tablespoon daily, it has to be over a certain number I buy the +55 from Holland and Barrett it's expensive but when they got the penny offers on you can pick two up for around £35.00, also look for Holland and Barrett discounts

[RoadRunner44 in reply to Lebod]

Thanks, and thanks to your consultant for suggesting it. Badbessie has posted some interesting information too. Your consultant is obviously up on current research.Cheers.

[Badbessie]

There as been some research into this in a number of conditions. I thought the forum my find this interestingnews-medical.net/news/20190....

[RoadRunner44 in reply to Badbessie]

Hi, Just to convey my thanks for posting some very interesting research. I enjoyed reading each of them and will keep a record of the contents. Thank you.

[Badbessie]

This is also interesting and my provide an answer why your doctor suggested it for Crohn's.....healthline.com/nutrition/ma...

[Damon1864 Volunteer]

It's great you have found something that works for you, I have never tried it but I might do now. Have a lovely day and take care 😊 Bernadette and Jack 🐕 xxxxxx

[knitter]

I tried it in the past for my asthma …..but the price has shot up.I am glad it’s worked for you.

[Snackjack]

Thank you I have had a cough since I had a chest infection some 3 years ago, think I will give it a try, can't do any harm, I do also have colitis.

[Izb1]

I use this when I have had an infection and must say its has always made me feel much better and like you I buy it when the penny sale is on although last time i gave a pot to my daughter and one to my sister so dont have any in at the moment, will have to check out H & B x

[Lebod in reply to Izb1]

Currently they have the penny sale on plus if you look on the Holland and Barrett website it gives you an extra 20% off too....if you so end up buying it regularly get a loyalty card too as the extra points you collect can be used off your next purchase....I hope it works for everyone else as well as it has for me

[Izb1 in reply to Lebod]

Thanks for that Lebod, I will look into it and get some ordered x

[Izb1 in reply to Lebod]

I managed to get to Holland and Barratt today after the hospital and got the 2 and the 20% discount, although they didnt know how to apply that at the till, I brought the site up on my phone and scanned it in at the till which worked. I also checked it was Manuka from New Zealand which made me confident buying it for a great price. Thanks Lebod x

[Lebod in reply to Izb1]

Brilliant I really hope it works for you as well as it has for me 👍

[Izb1 in reply to Lebod]

Oh! me too. I have been feeling pretty rotten after this sinus op and hoping this will out me back on track x

[Milandra17]

That's interesting. Exercise has helped me. I'm scared to say how long it's been since I last had an infection

[Lebod in reply to Milandra17]

I absolutely believe exercise is good too not only for your lungs but for your mind...it's a feel good factor, I do enjoy swimming and walking when I can

[HighGables]

Thats good news Lebod, so glad it works for you and for sharing. Jax🐶