Title: Antibacterial Activity of Egyptian Honey from Different Sources
Abstract: With the rise in prevalence of antibiotic-resistant bacteria, honey is increasingly valued for its antibacterial activity. The antibacterial activity of honey samples provided by apiarists and different kind of honey obtained from local supermarket were tested against different microorganisms. The honey samples were tested without dilution and at 75, 50, 30 and 10% (w/v) dilution. The diameters of the inhibition zones generated by honey samples against some (Gram -ve and Gram +ve) bacteria as Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Escherichia coli, extended-spectrum -lactamase producing Klebsiella pneumoniae, Klebsiella oxytoca, Bacillus cereus, Bacillus subtlus, Bacillus pumilus, Bordetella brochisptica and Micrococcus luteus indicatedthe presence of antibacterial activity. The diameters of the inhibition zones generated by honey samples provided by apiarists were similar to those generated by other honey. Aantibacterial activity of antibiotics used in treatment of infection with these bacteria were evaluatedt. On the other hand, two phenolic acids were found to be partially responsible for the activity of the tested honey samples. Ferulic acid was quantified 0.312 mg/kg honey and pinobanksin as 0.72 mg/kg honey. In conclusion, Honey can be recommended as an alternative treatment for infected wounds, especially those caused by antibiotic- resistant bacteria.
Publication Year: 2011
Publication Date: 2011-01-01
Language: en
Type: article
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