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Research has shown that Manuka honey could be used to beat antibiotic-resistant bacteria including MRSA. The University of Wales Institute team tested Manuka honey’s interaction with the streptococci, pseudomonas aeruginosa and MRSA bacteria, which commonly infects wounds. With the first two bugs, the honey hampered the bacteria attaching to tissues and stalled serious infections. It also blocked the formation of ‘biofilms’, which protect bacteria from the effects of antibiotics and give bugs their ‘super’ properties.
Manuka Honey vs Superbugs
Monday, 18th April 2011
Furthermore, research has shown that honey can make MRSA more sensitive to antibiotics such as oxacillin, indicating that existing antibiotics may be more effective against drug resistant infection if used in combination with Manuka honey.
Apart from it’s antibacterial activity, Manuka honey also contains anti-inflammatory components, and has shown to effectively reduce pain and cell damage, as well as to stimulate wound healing and tissue growth.