Anti-Bacterial resistance is increasing at an alarming rate in developing countries where community acquired infections are common. The misuse of antibiotics in such regions is mostly owed to a host of behavioral as well as socioeconomic factors. All these factors, combined with unskilled practice and poor accountability have lead to the spread of acquired anti-bacterial resistance in the developing world. Health experts across the globe have repeatedly warned against the growing incidence of the same, suggesting that the magnitude of the problem is too large for our current medical expertise.
One research however, provides some hope, suggesting that the use of Manuka honey, nectar originally derived from honeybees that forage through the Manuka tree found in parts of New Zealand, maybe helpful in reversing antibacterial resistance among individuals. The study highlights that Manuka honey is not only helpful in treating chronic infections but can also fight the bacterial resistance.
The study is based on the findings that Manuka can interact with three types of bacteria namely Group A Streptococci, Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Meticillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), interfering with their growth in a positive manner owing to its antimicrobial properties. Molecular level investigation suggests that Manuka honey plays a role in removing the attachment of bacteria to different tissues which is the main reason why it can play a role in treating bacterial resistance. The same also helps in limiting biofilm development, thus protecting certain bacteria from antibiotics. The findings of the study conclude that the use of current anti-biotic will be more effective if used in combination with the Manuka honey. The use of honey for treating infections dates back to thousands of centuries. Modern medicine however has been unable to fully exploit the hidden potential of this magic item.
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