Anti-inflammatory, Antimicrobial, and Antioxidant Properties

• Honey has been found to possess anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and antioxidant properties, making it potentially beneficial for various health conditions.

Nutritious

• Raw honey contains various nutrients such as calcium, magnesium, niacin, pantothenic acid (Vit. B5) , phosphorous, potassium, riboflavin (Vit. B2), and zinc.

Sources:

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3758027/

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5424551/

Anti-inflammatory and Antioxidant Effects

• Royal jelly is widely claimed to reduce inflammation and oxidative stress. It contains amino acids, fatty acids, and phenolic compounds that contribute to its antioxidant qualities.

Energy boost

• Royal jelly is believed to provide energy-yielding properties, promoting general well-being.

Immune Support

• The biological properties of royal jelly encompass a range of beneficial effects, including antitumor, neurotropic, and anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antiaging effects.

Reproductive Health

• Royal jelly has been reported to be effective in reducing premenstrual symptoms and supporting hormone balance.

Wound Healing

• Royal jelly has been shown to improve the healing of wounds. In both in vivo and in vitro wound-healing models, the application of royal jelly has demonstrated this effect.

Sources:

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5549483/

https://www.webmd.com/vitamins/ai/ingredientmono-503/royal-jelly

Anti-inflammatory Properties

• Propolis may help reduce inflammation, promote skin healing, and offer antioxidant protection.

Wound Healing

• Its antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties make propolis helpful in treating wounds, such as burns, and may stimulate collagen production in the skin, supporting wound healing.

Immune Support

• Historically it was known for its immune-boosting properties.

Antimicrobial Activity

• Propolis has been widely studied for its antimicrobial effects, making it beneficial for oral health and wound care products.

Uses and Effectiveness:

Cold Sores

• Applying an ointment or cream containing propolis might help treat cold sores.

Oral Health

• Propolis and honey are antibacterial, which may make them useful as ingredients in dental care products.

Sources:

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6893770/

https://www.webmd.com/vitamins/ai/ingredientmono-390/propolis

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26988443/

Immune System Support

• Bee pollen may boost the immune system, helping to reduce the severity and onset of allergies.

Cardiovascular Health

• Some studies confirmed the cardio-protective effect of bee pollen.

Reproductive Health

• Other studies looked at an extract of bee pollen and found some benefits in men who have chronic prostatitis or an enlarged prostate.

Nutritional Value

• Bee pollen is a good source of vitamins, minerals, proteins, and carbohydrates, amino acids, making it a nutritious food.

Sources:

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8230257/#sec12-nutrients-13-01876title

https://www.webmd.com/balance/bee-pollen-benefits-and-side-effects

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9323277/