Medical-grade honey: its definition and refined standards.

Abstract

The surge in the use of honey in modern medicine, driven by concerns over escalating antibiotic resistance, places an unprecedented emphasis on the need for medically safe and effective honey. In response, the term 'medical-grade honey' (MGH) emerged, accompanied by stringent criteria. However, the evolving landscape of honey authenticity challenges and new medical device regulations demand a comprehensive revision of MGH criteria and a refined definition. This article provides a clear definitio