Wednesday, July 25, 2012
Tag :// Bee Products
Forever Bee propolis is a resinous material which is gathered and metabolized by bees from the leaf buds and bark of trees. The bees use propolis to seal up holes and cracks in their hives, and to sterilize the comb before the queen lays her eggs. This hive-cement can neutralize contaminants such as bacteria and viruses and thus protects the bee colony from infections. Propolis works by inactivating the germs, making the inside of a hive the most sterile natural environment.
Propolis is Rich in Nutrients
The full composition of propolis is insufficiently known. However, 34 nutritional compounds have been identified. These include various nutrients which help in metabolism of cells, such as beta-carotene, vitamins B1, B2, B3, C, E, pantothenic acid, strontium, copper, manganese, ferum, calcium, aluminum, vanadium, silicon etc. Its content of bioflavonoids is also very high. More than 50 types of flavonooids have been found in different patterns of propolis. The main beneficial properties of propolis come from its bioflavonoids content, which is 5 times that of citrus fruits. Bioflavonoids are nutrients that can help boost the efficacy of vitamins and can also help to strengthen and improve the absorbability of blood vein capillaries.
Forever Bee Propolis is produced from 100% pure propolis collected from the Sonoran Desert in Arizona, added with honey, royal jelly and natural almond flavoring.
Benefits of Bee Propolis
Fight Infections
Bee propolis contains bioflavonoids and other plant compounds that stimulate the body to fight infections.
Immune Booster
It helps to stimulate body production of the natural immune factor, interferon and hence, helps to strengthen the body’s immune system.
Anti-Inflammation
Inflammation or swelling, redness, pain and general discomfort can be soothed with bee propolis. Bee propolis behaves like aspirin to help block inflammatory conditions like arthritis, eczema or psoriasis.
Soothes Allergies
An allergy is an immune reaction which is caused by an allergen such as dust, food, chemicals and so on. Studies have shown that bee propolis may help to contain allergic reaction by sealing those harmful substances that cause allergies.
Urinary Tract Infection
UTI is a common infection that occurs more frequently among women. Instead of using antibiotics which can cause a weakening of the immune system, Bee propolis can be used as an alternative to help control the infection without compromising the immune system. Propolis is a gentle natural antibiotic that kills germs by neutralizing and deactivating them.
