Propolis

Propolis and its benefits

Propolis is practically the material for the construction of the honeycomb. This is a material that is very similar to resin and is produced by bees, they collect it from poplar and trees that produce cones such as pines, firs and cedars, we can rarely find it in a pure way, it is generally obtained from the hives and this is already mixed with other products that are derived from bees. Bees use propolis to line the walls of their hives and thus protect them from any virus or bacteria, see? What won’t propolis do for us then… It is known to contain vitamin A and B vitamins, amino acids, minerals, and bioflavonoids. Thanks to these compounds, when we consume propolis, it helps us to treat respiratory tract conditions, colds, flu, sinusitis, laryngitis, bronchitis, asthma, pneumonia, influenza and on the skin it treats the annoying problems of eczema, rosacea, warts. , acne and even shingles. Besides this, the consumption of propolis is very beneficial for us, for example …

As this is a natural antibiotic, it treats respiratory problems and prevents them. The dermatological properties that it possesses is that it is a powerful healing that encourages the regeneration of skin tissue, tightens pores, disinfects, deflates the face, relieves burns caused by the sun and infections such as rosacea or acne. This also controls the production of sebum on the face, making a balance so that your skin is not oily or dry. Propolis is also beneficial for dental problems, maintains the health of your mouth, prevents the formation of cavities and bacterial plaque, relieves annoying canker sores and repairs tooth enamel. It is an inhibitor of cholesterol oxidation, normalizes blood pressure, and is a vasodilator and hypotensive. If you read “propolis” on a label on a cosmetic, now you know that it is not harmful or chemical. We can find propolis in different ways, whether pure to chew, tablets, extracts, tinctures, syrups, mixed with honey, toothpaste, creams, balms, soaps … etc. The recommended intake in a human being is 5 milligrams per kilo of weight per day. Example: A 70 kg person can take a dose of 350 mg / day. In food products, propolis also plays a role as a natural “preservative”, it is used mainly to preserve the freshness of fish or meats, including fruits. A few drops of propolis solution is enough to extend its useful life by two to three times. It is also known that it is often used to give better quality to alcoholic beverages, such as rum.

What makes propolis?

Propolis is mainly made up of resins and balsams that contain flavonoids and phenolic acids. Fatty acids that come mainly from wax, such as undecanoic and neuronic acids and polyunsaturated fatty acids such as linoleic. Pollen, which provides proteins and free amino acids such as arginine and proline, minerals such as iron and zinc, vitamin A, thiamine, riboflavin, niacin, and pantothenic acid. To get propolis, it is enough to scratch with a spatula all the parts of the hive where the bees have deposited propolis. Scraping is an arduous process for beekeepers, from a hive without scraping for several years it is possible to extract up to 200 grams, after several hours of arduous work. And we can get this in stores such as amazon or ebay, even in pharmacies and their prices vary depending on the size or quantity you want to buy.

Another reason to appreciate those cute little bees