Australian sugarbag honey from stingless bees found to have antimicrobial properties

A trio of native stingless bees are showing remarkable promise in fighting drug-resistant superbugs. New research from the University of Sydney has analysed the antimicrobial properties of honey from three Australian stingless bees. It found sugarbag honey samples showed activity in reducing a variety of bacteria and fungi. The researchers hope further research could lead to the honey being used to treat wounds or skin infections.