Honey varieties · Yemen · Middle East
Sidr honey
Sidr honey is produced from the nectar of the Sidr tree (Ziziphus spina-christi), most famously in the highlands of Yemen. It has centuries of documented use in Unani and traditional Middle-Eastern medicine.
Activity profile
Ziziphus spina-christi — traditional use
Modern studies report antibacterial, antioxidant and wound-healing activity comparable in several models to better-known therapeutic honeys.
Typical applications
Where this variety is used.
- Traditional and complementary medicine
- Wound care and skin applications
- Premium nutraceutical and wellness products
- Specialist cosmetic formulations
Standard
Sidr can qualify as MGH™.
MGH™ is variety-agnostic. Any honey with a credible therapeutic profile can be supplied to the MGH™ standard when it meets the required activity, testing, processing and documentation criteria for its destination sector.