Why Is Honey Naturally Antibacterial?

By History of Simple Things

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Honey has been used for thousands of years as both a food and a natural remedy—but what gives it the power to fight bacteria? In this video, we explore the fascinating science behind honey's natural antibacterial properties, from its high sugar concentration and low water activity to the enzymes added by honeybees and the plant compounds found in different floral sources. You'll also learn why certain types of honey, like Manuka honey, are used in modern medicine and why bacteria have such a hard time developing resistance against honey. Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 1:05 - Low Water Activity and High Sugar 2:26 - Honey's Natural Acidity 3:49 - The Hydrogen Peroxide Effect 5:02 - Plant Compounds and Manuka Honey 6:09 - Why Bacteria Can't Easily Resist Honey 7:13 - Conclusion #Honey #Science #Nature #Bees #Antibacterial #ManukaHoney #FoodScience #Microbiology #HowItWorks #HistoryOfSimpleThings

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