How does honey help wounds heal? A 2010 study published in the FASEB Journal found that bees add an antibacterial protein called defensin-1, a natural part of their immune system, to honey during the production process. And when honey is applied to skin or an open wound, an enzyme called glucose oxidase breaks down, naturally releasing the first-aid staple hydrogen peroxide. Experts say that the high sugar content, low water content, and natural acidity of honey also prevents microbial growth.
Besides burns, honey has also been studied in the treatment of leg ulcers, diabetic foot ulcers, and surgical wounds. In some studies, honey has even been shown to work against antibiotic-resistant bugs like MRSA and vancomycin-resistant enterococci.
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