What is K-factor honey? Understanding this Manuka honey rating
                                
                                
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                                Created by the honey brand Wedderspoon, K-factor honey is a proprietary rating system that tracks five "key factors" to ensure purity and authenticity. While helpful for verifying certain production standards, this system, often seen on Manuka honey products, focuses on a honey's pollen count rather than its renowned antibacterial strength. This article demystifies the K-factor rating and explains how it compares to other more widely used industry standards.