2510. Propolis

Propolis is a resin-like material made by bees. It contains a mixture of bee saliva, beeswax, and buds of poplar and cone-bearing trees. Bees use it to build hives, and it may contain beehive by products. Propolis seems to help fight against bacteria, viruses, and fungi.

Nutrition Fact

This propolis extract per serving size is 50g and amount per serving calories 10, total fat 0%, cholesterol 0%, sodium 0%, carbohydrate 1%, fiber 0%, sugar 2%, protein 2g, vitamin D 0%,Calcium 0%, iron 28%, and potassium 6%

Chemical composition

Propolis contains over 300 natural compounds, including amino acids, coumarins, phenolic aldehydes, polyphenols, sesquiterpene quinines and steroids. In general, raw propolis is made up of approximately 50% resins, 30 %waxes, 10 % essential oils, 5 % pollen and 5 % of various organic compounds. Honey bees create Bee Propolis by harvesting natural sap at the site of a plant injury, carefully blending it together with enzymes and beeswax.

What are the benefits of taking Propolis?

Bee Propolis has powerful antioxidant and antimicrobial properties, making it naturally antibacterial, antifungal and antiviral. Bee Propolis resin is high in flavonoids, which are essential to a plant’s defense system. So it is mainly used to help maintain natural defenses and the normal function of the immune system during the winter period and changes of season.

Usage of Bee Propolis in History

The use of Bee Propolis for wellness dates back centuries. The ancient Greeks, Romans, and Egyptians were aware of its healing properties and made extensive use of it as a form of medicine. Because of its naturally high antimicrobial and antioxidant properties, Bee Propolis has been used to support the body’s natural defenses with upper respiratory tract infections, skin infections, sore throats and other mouth infections, and assist in the healing of minor wounds.

How to Use Propolis extract,

propolis tincture, propolis capsules, propolis tablets, propolis powder, propolis spray, propolis ointment and propolis cream are all typically available for purchase at any health food store as well as online. Dosage for treating scalp fungal infection: Two times a day 3 drops of propolis tincture (sublingually) under the tongue.