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Australian Stingless Bees' Honey Shows Promise Against Antibiotic Resistance
- Researchers at the University of Sydney are studying the medicinal properties of honey from Australian stingless bees.
- The honey has shown effectiveness against various bacterial and fungal pathogens, including difficult-to-treat strains.
- Findings suggest that sugarbag honey is comparable in strength to well-known medical-grade honeys.
- The study led by Ph.D. candidate Jasmin Li tested the honey against bacterial and fungal pathogens.
- Propolis displayed selective antimicrobial activity.