Sidr honey, prized for its antibacterial strength, contains high levels of methylglyoxal and hydrogen peroxide. Studies show it resists spoilage and promotes wound healing. Bees collect its nectar from ancient Ziziphus trees that thrive in arid Yemeni valleys.
A natural antibacterial produced by bees
Honey’s antimicrobial action involves osmotic stress, enzymatic hydrogen peroxide production, and low pH. Methylglyoxal, especially in monofloral types like Sidr, enhances this broad-spectrum antibacterial potency.