Water content of stingless bee honeys (Apidae, Meliponini): interspecific variation and comparison with honey ofApis mellifera

Bijlsma, Lubertus; Bruijn, L.L.M. de; Martens, Edwin P.; Sommeijer, M. J.

doi:10.1051/apido:2006034

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“…KH in this study were reported to have moisture content of 21.4-31.59%. Trigona nigra honey contained 36.2% of moisture (Bijlsma et al, 2006) and Trigona carbonaria honey possessed a moisture content of 26.2% (Oddo et al, 2008). The seasonal weather conditions and regional humidity of collection areas are the main factors that influence the moisture content which might be able to explain the great difference of moisture content among honey from different regions of this study.…”

Section: Total Soluble Solids Ph Moisture and Ash Content Of Khmentioning

confidence: 74%

Physical Properties, Antioxidant Content and Anti-Oxidative Activities of Malaysian Stingless Kelulut (Trigona spp.) Honey

Keng¹,

Haron²,

Talib³

et al. 2017

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Honey produced by stingless bee of Trigona spp. is popularly known as Kelulut honey (KH) in Malaysia. Even though KH has been increasingly accepted by Malaysians, information relating to its physical and antioxidant properties is still limited. This study aimed to determine the physical properties, antioxidant content and anti-oxidative properties of KH collected from different regions in Peninsular Malaysia. Physical properties of KH including total soluble solids, pH, moisture, ash content, and colour were determined. Antioxidant content namely total phenolics, flavonoids, carotenoids, ascorbic acid equivalent antioxidant content (AEAC) and quercetin equivalent antioxidant content (QEAC) were also quantified. Anti-oxidative potential of KH was assayed using DPPH radical scavenging and FRAP assays. KH has pH of 3.29-3.71, total soluble solids (66.23-73.70 °Brix), 21.40-31.59% moisture and 0.22-0.41% ash content. Colour measurement showed KH from the northern region was lightest (L = 39.32) while KH from east coast (b = -5.06) and central (a = 5.65) regions were more pronounce in blue and red colours. KH from east coast region showed highest values for phenolics (1169.36±51.11 mg GAE/kg), flavonoids (79.13±0.49 mg QE/kg), carotenoids (4.61±0.38 mg/kg), AEAC (146.20±5.56 mg/kg) and QEAC (177.08±5.54 mg/kg). In line with the antioxidant content, honey from the east coast region also had strongest anti-oxidative activities indicated in its lowest IC 50 value of DPPH radicals (15.07±1.05 mg/mL) and highest FRAP value (7477.03±48.80 μMFe(II)/kg). The KH collected from different regions showed varied physical and antioxidant attributes which may due to variety source of floral origin.

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confidence: 74%

Physical Properties, Antioxidant Content and Anti-Oxidative Activities of Malaysian Stingless Kelulut (Trigona spp.) Honey

Keng¹,

Haron²,

Talib³

et al. 2017

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“…Lastly, a chemical transformation occurs when the worker bees secrete the enzymes from their cephalic glands that are able to hydrolyse the nectar's sucrose into fructose and glucose [12,14]. Although it is hard to refute that the characteristics of honey vary depending on the bee species, nectar sources, and climate, the noteworthy similarity in stingless bee honey is the water content that is commonly higher than in other types of honey [15,16]. As a result, the rich water condition invites the microorganism to inhabit and thrive inside the honey.…”

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Stingless Bee Honey, the Natural Wound Healer: A Review

Jalil¹,

Kasmuri²,

Hadi³

2017

Skin Pharmacol Physiol

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Background: The stingless bee is a natural type of bee that exists in almost every continent. The honey produced by this bee has been widely used across time and space. The distinctive feature of this honey is that it is stored naturally in the pot (cerumen), thus contributing to its beneficial properties, especially in the wound healing process. Methods: In this article, several studies on stingless bee honey that pointed out the numerous therapeutic profiles of this honey in terms of its antioxidant, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, as well as moisturizing properties are reviewed. All of these therapeutic properties are related to wound healing properties. Results: Antioxidant in stingless bee honey could break the chain of free radicals that cause a detrimental effect to the wounded area. Furthermore, the antimicrobial properties of stingless bee honey could overcome the bacterial contamination and thus improve the healing rate. Moreover, the anti-inflammatory attribute in this honey could protect the tissue from highly toxic inflammatory mediators. The moisturizing properties of the honey could improve wound healing by promoting angiogenesis and oxygen circulation. Conclusion: The application of honey to the wound has been widely used since ancient times. As a result, it is essential to understand the pharmacological mechanism of the honey towards the physiology of the wounded skin in order to optimize the healing rate in the future.

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“…Zuletzt durchläuft der Nektar eine chemische Umwandlung, bei der die im Sekret der Kopfdrüsen von Arbeiterinnen enthaltenen Enzyme eine hydrolytische Spaltung der Saccharose in Fruktose und Glukose bewirken [12,14]. Zwar lässt sich nicht bestreiten, dass die Eigenschaften eines Honigs je nach Bienenart, Nektarquellen und Klima unterschiedlich ausfallen, doch besteht eine wichtige Gemeinsamkeit der Honige stachelloser Bienen im Wassergehalt, der allgemein höher ist als bei anderen Honigarten [15,16] [23,24]. Verschiedene Studien haben weitere faszinierende biologische Wirkungen von Honig wie beispielsweise eine antinozizeptive [25,26], immunmodulatorische [27,28] …”

Section: Cerumen Und Honigproduktion Im Gefäßunclassified