Hope has today been raised for millions of eczema patients after scientists found bee venom could beat the misery of the condition. But the team said the results suggest 'bee venom and melittin would be suitable for skin application' for patients with the skin condition. Dr An said: 'This study demonstrated bee venom and melittin have immune-modulatory activity. 'These results suggest bee venom and melittin would be suitable for skin application, as topical administration is often applicable for the treatment of eczema.' Bee venom, full of various peptides, has also been found to poss anti-bacterial, anti-viral and even anti-cancer properties.

Source: Daily Mail September 06, 2018 04:02 UTC