Therapeutic Properties of Honey

Nweze, Justus Amuche; Olovo, Chinasa Valerie; Nweze, Emeka Innocent; Okechukwu, J.; Paul, Chidebelu

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“…The results showed a reduction in healing time, a much higher percentage of completely healed wounds, and better success in wound infections [ 50 ]. The therapeutic and wound healing effects of honey have been reported by others [ 59 , 60 ].…”

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Honey in wound healing: An updated review

Tashkandi

2021

Open Life Sciences

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Wound healing is a complex process with many interdependent pathophysiological and immunological mediators to restore the cellular integrity of damaged tissue. Cutaneous wound healing is the repair response to a multitude of pathologies induced by trauma, surgery, and burn leading to the restoration and functionality of the compromised cells. Many different methods have been employed to treat acute and chronic wounds, such as antimicrobial therapy, as most wounds are susceptible to infection from microbes and are difficult to treat. However, many antimicrobial agents have become ineffective in wound treatment due to the emergence of multiple drug-resistant bacteria, and failures in current wound treatment methods have been widely reported. For this reason, alternative therapies have been sought, one of which is the use of honey as a wound treatment agent. The use of honey has recently gained clinical popularity for possible use in wound treatment and regenerative medicine. With this high demand, a better delivery and application procedure is required, as well as research aiming at its bioactivity. Honey is a safe natural substance, effective in the inhibition of bacterial growth and the treatment of a broad range of wound types, including burns, scratches, diabetic boils (Skin abscesses associated with diabetic), malignancies, leprosy, fistulas, leg ulcers, traumatic boils, cervical and varicose ulcers, amputation, burst abdominal wounds, septic and surgical wounds, cracked nipples, and wounds in the abdominal wall. Honey comprises a wide variety of active compounds, including flavonoids, phenolic acid, organic acids, enzymes, and vitamins, that may act to improve the wound healing process. Tissue-engineered scaffolds have recently attracted a great deal of attention, and various scaffold fabrication techniques are being researched. Some incorporate honey to improve their delivery during wound treatment. Hence, the aim of this review is to summarize recent studies on the wound healing properties of honey.

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Section: Mgh and Its Wound Healing Effectsmentioning

confidence: 84%

Honey in wound healing: An updated review

Tashkandi

2021

Open Life Sciences

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“…Many researchers have studied the physicochemical properties of stingless bee honey, which aid in wound healing and are comparable to Apis mellifera honey properties. Stingless bee honey is a highly effective antioxidant [ 14 , 19 , 20 ], antibacterial [ 10 , 20 , 21 , 22 , 23 , 24 ], and anti-inflammatory agent [ 10 , 20 , 25 ]. This honey also can act as a moisturizer for wounds [ 10 , 14 , 26 , 27 ].…”

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A Review on Recent Progress of Stingless Bee Honey and Its Hydrogel-Based Compound for Wound Care Management

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Stingless bee honey has a distinctive flavor and sour taste compared to Apis mellifera honey. Currently, interest in farming stingless bees is growing among rural residents to meet the high demand for raw honey and honey-based products. Several studies on stingless bee honey have revealed various therapeutic properties for wound healing applications. These include antioxidant, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and moisturizing properties related to wound healing. The development of stingless bee honey for wound healing applications, such as incorporation into hydrogels, has attracted researchers worldwide. As a result, the effectiveness of stingless bee honey against wound infections can be improved in the future to optimize healing rates. This paper reviewed the physicochemical and therapeutic properties of stingless bee honey and its efficacy in treating wound infection, as well as the incorporation of stingless bee honey into hydrogels for optimized wound dressing.

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“…[13] In literature, the students discovered the most common type of honey used in wound dressing was extracted from the Manuka tree (Leptospermum scoparium) due to its non-peroxide antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory effects as well as ability to shorten the length of wound healing. [8,14,15] The students discovered vinegar was being used when Pseudomonas aeruginosa bacteria was grown in the culture from the wound's exudates. Unlike use of honey, the awareness of vinegar use in wound healing in Rwanda is limited.…”

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Analysis of Clinical Experience Using Kolb’s Experiential Learning Theory: Postgraduate Medical Surgical Nursing Track Students in Selected Sub-Specialties at the University Teaching Hospital of Kigali, Rwanda

Bagweneza

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Nsanzamahoro

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BackgroundClinical experiences provide an opportunity for nursing students to integrate theoretical knowledge into practice, and analyze their learning using a theoretical model. Students do not take this opportunity unless it is intentionally included by the facilitators. These observations from the second cohort of medical surgical nursing students with their facilitators, regarding their clinical training period in selected sub-specialties at the University Teaching Hospital of Kigali (CHUK) aimed at developing students’ analytical and observational skills while developing clinical skills.MethodsThe study involved nine medical surgical nursing students who were in different subspecialties at CHUK from 7th January up to the 20th February, 2019. Informed observational approach and concomitant reporting were used to validate their learning and gain clinical experience. The students used Kolb’s Experiential Learning Theory to analyze their experience, with the focus on innovative skills.ResultsAll medical surgical nursing students reported that they improved their knowledge and skills during clinical practice, while broadening their outlook.ConclusionKolb’s Experiential Learning Theory is useful in validating and bridging theoretical learning to clinical practice.Rwanda J Med Health Sci 2021;4(3):430-436

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Therapeutic Properties of Honey

Cited by 15 publications

References 94 publications

Honey in wound healing: An updated review

Honey in wound healing: An updated review

A Review on Recent Progress of Stingless Bee Honey and Its Hydrogel-Based Compound for Wound Care Management

Analysis of Clinical Experience Using Kolb’s Experiential Learning Theory: Postgraduate Medical Surgical Nursing Track Students in Selected Sub-Specialties at the University Teaching Hospital of Kigali, Rwanda

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