Bee Venom is Largely Comprised of the Anti-bacterial Peptide Melittin

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Melittin, an antibacterial peptide, prevents bacteria from spreading and even breaks bacteria down inside of bee venom. When bacteria enter the body, melittin kills the bacteria by creating holes in their cell membranes. It also binds easily to red blood cells.

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The anti-bacterial properties of melittin could be used to develop natural pesticides that can be added to soil to kill bacteria. Melittin could also be used to develop new painkillers.

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