Abstract
Pot-pollen, a probiotic processed by stingless bees, has gained attention for its nutraceutical properties and pleasant sour taste. The aim of this editorial is to illustrate the state-of-the-art of pot-pollen research with a bibliometric overview using the Scopus database to value the experimental bioactivity (antimicrobial, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anticancer) of pot-pollen, and the standards for quality control and safety of pot-pollen legislation, considered mandatory for clinical applications of this highly variable natural product. The bibliometric analysis since 2014 revealed a growing interest in pot-pollen research, with a focus on the following academic disciplines: Agricultural and Biological Sciences, Engineering, Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology, and Environmental Science. Nevertheless, the lack of medicine in subject areas and clinical research in medical journals, indicates a necessity for further studies on the potential applications of pot-pollen in human health. In conclusion, pot-pollen emerges as a bioactive material with health benefits, and a novel synergism with antibiotics reveals its therapeutic anti-antimicrobial-resistance (anti-AMR) potential, deserving further research to fully elucidate its potential in modern medicine.