Mother, Mirror, Muse

Mother, Mirror, Muse

Honey for the Eyes: Ancient Mayan Medicine in Today's World

My journey with Melipona honey eyedrops, an ancient remedy that stings initially but leaves my eyes clearer and brighter.

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Mother, Mirror, Muse
Aug 31, 2025
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A few weeks ago, I started using Mayan Melipona honey eye drops, something I never thought I’d be brave enough to try! The drops are made from the honey of the stingless Melipona beecheii, a species native to the Yucatán, once revered by the Maya. Their honey has long been recognized for its antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and antifungal properties, w…

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