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Sugar detection and quantification in honey bee and stingless bee honey—A review

Journal of Apicultural Research
Bee products are renowned for their beneficial properties and nutritional value. This association has been supported by scientific research that delves into their composition and biological activities. Given the increasing interest in natural products and the prevalence of fraudulent practices, understanding the sugar profiles of honeys is of paramount
Jéssica Ressutte, Ofélia Anjos, Eugenia Gallardo, Wilma Spinosa   +3 more
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An insight into the antibiofilm properties of Costa Rican stingless bee honeys [PDF]

Journal of Wound Care, 2017
Objective: There is an increasing search for antibiofilm agents that either have specific activity against biofilms or may act in synergy with antimicrobials. Our objective is to examine the the antibiofilm properties of stingless bee honeys. Method: Meliponini honeys from Costa Rica were examined along with Medihoney as a reference.
Zamora, L.G., Beukelman, C.J., van den Berg, A.J.J., Aerts, P.C., Quarles van Ufford, H.C., Nijland, R., Arias, M.L.   +6 more
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Honey as a Natural Flavorful Product: A Comprehensive Review of Its Potential Biological Activities and Recent Studies

Food Science &Nutrition, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
Health impacts of honey. ABSTRACT Honey is a natural and nutritious product of the honey bee (Apis mellifera) with low water content. Its color ranges from white to amber, with taste varying accordingly. The chemical form and viscosity of honey depend on its composition.
Ecem Bolat, Ahmet Alperen Canbolat, Sümeyye Sarıtaş, Mauro Lombardo, Anna Maria Witkowska, Hesham El‐Seedi, Mikhael Bechelany, Sercan Karav   +7 more
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Development Barriers of Stingless Bee Honey Industry in Bicol, Philippines [PDF]

, 2020
Beekeeping industry in Bicol, Philippines is dominated by stingless beekeepers. Tetragonula biroi, is an endemic stingless bee species in the region, which produces the most expensive honey in the local commercial market.
Nicolas, Amelia R.; Department of Landscape and Environmental Management, Central Bicol State University of Agriculture, Pili, Camarines Sur, Philippines, Cedon, Romnick; Department of Agribusiness and Entrepreneurship, Central Bicol State University of Agriculture, Pili, Camarines Sur, Philippines, Hidalgo, Hanilyn A.; Department of Agribusiness and Entrepreneurship, Central Bicol State University of Agriculture, Pili, Camarines Sur, Philippines   +2 more
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Detection of Microplastics in Honey of Stingless Bee (Heterotrigona Itama) and Honey Bee (Apis Mellifera) from Malaysia

Biodiversitas Journal of Biological Diversity, 2023
Abstract. Ibrahim YS, Rosazan MN, Mamat MII, Anuar ST, Azmi WA. 2025. Detection of microplastics in honey of stingless bee (Heterotrigona itama) and honey bee (Apis mellifera) from Malaysia. Biodiversitas 26: 1271-1278. The demand for stingless bee honey and European bee honey has increased rapidly due to its medicinal benefits.
YUSOF SHUAIB IBRAHIM, MUHAMMAD NAIM ROSAZAN, MUHAMMAD IZZELEN IZZAUDDIN MAMAT, SABIQAH TUAN ANUAR ANUAR, WAHIZATUL AFZAN AZMI   +4 more
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Comparative 1H NMR Metabolomics Between Scandinavian Propolis and Australian Propolis: The Quest to Identify Radical Scavenging Compounds

Magnetic Resonance in Chemistry, Volume 64, Issue 4, Page 438-450, April 2026.
Propolis from Scandinavia and Australia was chemically characterized using 1H NMR spectroscopy and multivariate modeling. Recursive partial least squares revealed spectral features associated with radical scavenging activity, and STOCSY enabled identification of the key phenolic compounds underlying these bioactive features. ABSTRACT Propolis from Apis
Jonas Vind, Søren Balling Engelsen, Henrik Munch Jørgensen, Julie Christine Antvorskov, Knud Josefsen, Violetta Aru   +5 more
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Communication in the honey bees and stingless bees

, 2023
The social structure of a bee colony, in which thousands of individuals interact, is partly based on communication between bees. It is involved in controlling many primary needs such as nutrition, reproduction and even defense. Means of communication between bees differ according to species and tribes. Honey bees are able to emit pheromones which allow
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Stingless bee honey in Brazil: A review

Research, Society and Development
This systematic review aimed to identify and synthesize data on the physical and physicochemical characteristics of stingless bee honey produced in Brazil. A total of 231 samples were analyzed across the selected studies, with most originating from the Northeast region.
Anderson Antonio Neto da Silva, Antônio Francisco de Freitas   +1 more
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Stingless Bee Honey and Honeybee Honey Characteristics in Relation to Anticancer Potential

IIUM Medical Journal Malaysia, 2021
Introduction: The composition of the honey depends on the intrinsic and extrinsic factors, including place of origin, the floral types, the season and the storage conditions. This study compared the anticancer potential, quality, antioxidant and phytochemical between unprocessed stingless bee honey (SBH) and honeybee honey (HBH) from the same ...
Hayati Yusof, Ahmad Khusairy Zulpa, Nur Suaidah Mohd Isa, Fauziah Tufail Ahmad, Murni Nur Islamiah Kassim   +4 more
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Beeswax: Food and beyond

Food Biomacromolecules, Volume 3, Issue 1, Page 93-112, March 2026.
Abstract Honeybees (Apis mellifera L.) are an important class of insects that are the most beneficial in terms of economy. Beeswax is the second most important bee products after honey. Its commercial importance is due to its antimicrobial, antioxidant, anti‐inflammatory and antiseptic as well as regenerative properties.
Rajshri Naveen, Manickam Loganathan
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