BEE VENOM

Oct 19 2025SCIENCE

Harnessing Nature's Power: A Greener Way to Extract Bee Venom's Treasure

Bee venom is a complex mix of chemicals. It has some powerful stuff, like melittin, but also allergens. To use it safely, we need to separate the good from the bad. Normally, this is done with harsh chemicals like acetonitrile (ACN). But these chemicals are toxic and create a lot of waste. This is not good for the environment or the people working with them. So, sci...

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Nov 29 2024HEALTH

The Unlikely Heroes: Bee Venom in Medicine

Bee venom isn't just something to be feared; it's a powerful tool in modern medicine. Honeybees, known for their sweet nectar, also produce a venom that can help treat various diseases. This venom is a mix of proteins, peptides, enzymes, and other compounds. Scientists have found that it can fight cancer cells, kill bacteria, and even speed up wound healing. But usin...

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