For generations, local communities in Brazil have cherished the medicinal power of a rare honey. Now, modern science is starting to understand why.
A Discovery Rooted in the Brazilian Forest
Imagine a honey so unique that even the world’s most renowned bees — like the European Apis mellifera — cannot produce it.
This honey doesn’t come from bees that sting. It comes from native stingless species like Uruçu and Jataí, whose hives have thrived in Brazil’s ecosystems for millions of years, in perfect harmony with the forest.
And now, this honey is catching the attention of researchers across the globe, including scientists in the United States — not just for its exquisite flavor, but for its unusual health-promoting properties.
A Rare Sugar Never Seen Before in Honey
In 2020, a groundbreaking study published in Scientific Reports (Nature) revealed a fascinating discovery: the honey produced by Brazil’s stingless bees contains a natural sugar called trehalulose.
Unlike regular sugars, trehalulose has a low glycemic index, meaning it doesn’t spike blood sugar levels — a remarkable feature for a naturally sweet food.
Scientists also found that this sugar has:
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Antimicrobial properties
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Potential prebiotic effects that support gut health
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And may help regulate blood glucose naturally
Here’s the twist: this sugar had never been identified as the main sugar in any natural food — until researchers studied stingless bee honey from Brazil.
More Than Sweetness: A Functional Food
But that’s just the beginning.
This native honey also contains:
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Natural antioxidants
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Anti-inflammatory compounds
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And bioactive elements with significant therapeutic potential
It’s no wonder that it’s being studied not only in medical research but also celebrated by gourmet chefs, wellness experts, and conscious consumers.
And yet, despite all this, it remains a hidden gem, even among many Brazilians.
A Honey That Protects Forests, Communities — and Your Health
By choosing honey from native Brazilian bees, you’re:
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Supporting biodiversity and rainforest conservation
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Empowering small-scale beekeepers and local communities
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And experiencing a product so rare that it’s nearly impossible to industrialize
This isn’t mass-produced honey. This is living terroir — a taste of Brazil’s natural soul.
Ready to Taste the Rare?
At Rareuma, we work directly with trusted artisan producers across Brazil to bring you the purest, unblended, raw honey from Uruçu and Jataí bees.
Each batch is limited. Each spoonful is an experience.
This is honey — as nature intended, and science is just beginning to understand.
Discover Rareuma's stingless bee honey collection and bring a taste of Brazilian rainforest elegance to your table.
