British Scientists at Porton Down Lab Aim to Utilize Manuka Honey’s Antibacterial Properties in the Creation of Gas Masks
- Ben Wallace Files Application for Use of Honey as Protective Gear
- Manuka Honey is Derived from Bees that Feed on the Manuka Bush
Scientists at the Porton Down laboratory in the UK are planning to use the potent antibacterial qualities of Manuka honey to develop specialized gas masks resistant to chemical attacks. This innovative approach leverages the antimicrobial properties of Manuka honey, a superfood known for its ability to ward off colds and relieve sore throats.
Antibacterial agents encompass a wide range of substances capable of fighting bacteria, viruses, fungi, and certain parasites. By harnessing these properties, UK Defense Secretary Ben Wallace has filed a patent application proposing the use of Manuka honey as a ‘glue’ to trap and neutralize poisonous toxins, chemicals, and viruses such as Covid-19.
Manuka honey, derived from bees that feed on the Manuka bush (Leptospermum scoparium), contains a compound with powerful antimicrobial properties. The honey could be integrated into filters or personal protective equipment (PPE) as one of several adhesive layers, a 22-page government document obtained by the Telegraph reveals.
British scientists at Porton Down are making plans to use the antibacterial qualities of Manuka honey to create specialised chemical attack resistant gas masks
According to the document, the honey would be applied to ‘maze-like zigzags’ within the gas mask filter, serving as an ‘adhesive layer’ that neutralizes threats. Another proposed design involves coating the honey onto an absorbent tissue. Passing airflow over this tissue would ensure that particulate matter is captured by the Manuka honey integrated into the mask, effectively filtering the dynamic airflow.
Previous studies have demonstrated that manuka honey shows promise in combating Mycobacterium abscessus, a harmful bacterium. This discovery opens up the possibility of developing new drugs combining manuka honey with antibiotics, potentially improving the quality of life for patients.
Manuka honey, sourced exclusively from New Zealand and Australia where manuka trees grow, is
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