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Propolis is made up of gummy and resinous substances that, secreted from the buds and bark of some plants and conifers (birch, pine, oak, etc.) are collected by bees that impregnate them with secretions from their glands and use them to protect the swarm from bacteria and viruses that could decimate the hive.
With these substances, the bees close the cracks in the hive and line the alveoli in which the queen will lay her eggs.
In addition, in the event that an intruder accidentally enters the hive (lizard, mouse, etc.), the bees ruthlessly attack it until it is expelled or killed. In this case, they smear their corpse with a thick layer of propolis, impermeable to air, with which they manage to completely avoid the smell of putrefaction.
A product of the bee that has a long history, since propolis has medicinal use. In recent times it has attracted some interest in research as its properties and benefits are considered antiviral, antifungal, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory and antioxidant. We can find it in propolis tincture, pure and other formats.
Properties of propolis (natural antibiotic)
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Propolis has a heterogeneous appearance. Its aroma is pleasant and delicate. Its flavor is acrid, more or less bitter. It has a variable consistency depending on the temperature. It is insoluble in water and partially soluble in alcohol.
Propolis is an antioxidant and preservative, bacteriostatic and bactericidal, antifungal, antiviral, anesthetic, immunostimulant and vasoprotective. Its antiviral action is remarkable, capable of inhibiting the development of pathogenic viruses. It has a great antibacterial effect. It is a true natural antibiotic. Here you have a post where it mentions its properties.
Composition of propolis
Its composition is variable and complex given the different collection sources.
In general, each 100 grams contains:
Composition of propolis
Numerous constituents have been identified in propolis: organic acids, coumarins and mainly flavonoids and galangin.
Galangin, which is bacteriostatic (it inhibits the development or multiplication of bacteria) and bactericidal (it destroys bacteria).
Galangin is a glycoside (glucose and another organic compound) that is obtained from the galangal rhizome (Alpinea galanga and Alpinea officinalis, from the Cingiberaceae family, which are used in medicine as aromatic and carminative)
Propolis is a dietary supplement rich in mineral substances and trace elements: aluminum, silver, barium, boron, chromium, cobalt, copper, tin, iron, magnesium, manganese, molybdenum, nickel, selenium, silicon, strontium, titanium, vanadium, zinc , etc.
Macrominerals: Iodine.
Vitamins: Provitamin A, some of group B (particularly B3 or PP or nicotinamide)
And other constituents: Xanthorrheol, pterostilbene, lactones, polysaccharides, pollen, yeasts, flavonoids, amino acids.
Among its indications we can mention that propolis is beneficial for: Canker sores and fungal canker sores, acute and chronic gingivitis, pyorrhea, ulcerative stomatitis, dental phlegmon, abscesses, toothache and dental inflammation, angina, acute and chronic pharyngitis, recommended in the dental extractions, is widely used in dentistry, in spay format. It is also indicated in rhinitis, allergic rhinitis, acute and chronic bronchitis, bronchial asthma, chronic pneumonia, bronchial asthma in children, in general it is highly indicated in diseases of the respiratory tract, allergic processes (preventive and curative), smokers' cough in spray format, acute and chronic gastritis, gastroduodenal ulcers, cystitis and purulent cystitis, infections in general inflammation of the urinary tree (kidneys and bladder), transsuppurations, keloid scars, eczema, psoriasis, plaque sclerosis, endocrine constitutional deficiencies, conditions thyroid (nodular, oteo-articular goiter), certain rheumatic (inflammatory) syndromes, etc. Chewable use is recommended here.
This natural food from the hive helps relieve respiratory problems. It is a true "broad-spectrum" natural antibiotic as some drugs say, but, unlike these, without any unfavorable side effects. Propolis has become a real anti-flu. Highly recommended for throat conditions, as it protects it in a very effective way. A natural and healthy food produced by bees.
Toxicity and allergy to propolis
The risk of allergies has been significantly reduced thanks to modern extraction technologies (purified and hydrodispersible propolis), which make it possible to obtain preparations derived from propolis that are increasingly purified and free of inert waxes. Indeed, pollen, inert waxes and other impurities are removed from raw propolis that could cause allergies and intolerances.
for whatHowever, the appearance of possible inconveniences is very difficult, and can only be attributed to an individual hypersensitivity towards pure propolis. To date, no incompatibility with other therapies is known. For this reason, treatment with propolis can be associated with many other treatments without having any drawbacks, although it is always advisable to go to a specialist to check that we are not allergic to this substance.
Online store specializing in natural propolis products and derivatives
Natural propolis is a product derived from the hive, which is being used more and more for the properties and benefits it brings to health. Beekeeping once again offers us healthy food. At Miel es Honey, we have several formats of this natural food, in capsules, tincture, spray, etc. so you can choose the one that best suits your needs.
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