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WELCOME TO THE

MĀNUKA PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE CENTER

Mānuka Performance sits at the forefront of natural health sciences, conducting robust Research, Development and Science in our ongoing work to address worldwide chronic health issues. What began as simply creating a better sports energy gel has grown into ongoing discovery, development and delivery of innovative functional nutrition and nutraceuticals that have the potential to positively impact global communities for the better.

On this journey, we partner universities, research institutes and indigenous knowledge holders both here in New Zealand and Internationally. We build enduring relationships with key people from athletes to academics, scientists & medical doctors through to bio-chemists.

The Mānuka Performance Knowledge Center aims to provide the user with information, research and findings as we continue to unlock the potential of Mānuka honey and our other native honeys on our quest to leave a positive impact on consumers worldwide.
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our areas of research

Mānuka Performance is conducting world leading research and innovation across multiple areas of the health, sports and agriculture sector. We partner with world leading institutions, research centres and experts on our journey to unlock the nutraceutical benefits of Mānuka Honey and New Zealand's other natural plants to help global health, performance and productivity.

ATHLETES & SPORTS

How we are helping athletes and professional teams perform at their best. Based on science and research - proven in competition.

OUTDOOR ADVENTURE

Helping weekend warriors and outdoor enthusiasts unleash their potential. Fueling your adventure.

ACTIVE & HEALTHY LIFESTYLE

Build natural habits into your daily routine that help you live healthier, work and play harder.

CHRONIC HEALTH CONDITIONS

International partnership focusing on the top 10 chronic health conditions affecting people primarily in New Zealand and USA.

NUTRITION & DIETETICS

Our in-house registered nutritionist specializes in food and how it affects health.

RECOVERY & INFLAMMATION

Pain is one of the biggest issues affecting elderly. Could the anti-inflammatory properties of Mānuka honey potentially help.

INDIGENOUS KNOWLEDGE

Mānuka is a treasure for the indigenous people of New Zealand - Māori. This traditional knowledge is key to unlocking its potential.

HEALTH RESEARCH

In depth studies and community engagement around barriers to health and access to better health outcomes.

ANIMAL HEALTH

Animal health is an important area of research: How can we prolong the quality of life for our furry friends.

AGRICULTURE PRODUCTIVITY

Our ongoing research with AgResearch and New Zealand's dairy sector into cow health and increased productivity.

SCIENCE & compliance

Navigating the challenges and complexity of therapeutics legislation, food compliance and standards.

MĀNUKA & BIO-AVAILABILITY

Decades of research have begun to uncover the signature compounds that make genuine Mānuka honey truly unique.