Compositional analysis and antimicrobial activity of various honey types of Pakistan

Summary Antibacterial activities of various honey samples were assessed by using clinical isolates like S. aureus (Gram‐positive), E. coli, P. aeruginosa and K. pneumonia (Gram‐negative). It was observed that acacia and citrus honey has inhibited growth of all bacterial strains as compared to standard antibiotics (Gentamicine). Inhibition zones for S. aureus (27.4 ± 0.5 mm), E. coli (26.5 ± 0.7 mm), K. pneumonia (24.4 ± 0.5 mm) and P. aeruginosa (22.4 ± 0.2 were observed. Minimum inhibitory concentration of S. aureu (0.068 mg mL−1), E. coli (0.072 mg mL−1), P. aeruginosa (0.084 mg mL−1) and K. pneumonia (0.085 mg mL−1) was obtained for various types of honey samples. Pronounced antibacterial activities as well as standard values of various quality parameters of honey samples are scientifically proven for its use in traditional medicine since ancient time throughout the world.