Propolis is a sticky, glue-like substance made by honeybees from plant resins they have collected, wax and other substances, it’s the medicine of the hive. The more propolis in a beehive, generally the healthier the colony. Bees use it to keep the hive sterile, medicate the hive with its healing properties and seal up any cracks and reduce their entrance in the cooler temperatures.
We beekeepers extract during hive inspections!
Studies show that Propolis composition is:
50% resins & vegetable balsams
30% beeswax
10% essential oils
5% pollen
Propolis has over 300 active compounds and is: Antimicrobial, Antibacterial, Antibiotic (staph-included)
Antiseptic, Antifungal (i), Antiviral, Anticancer, Antioxidant, Anti-inflammatory
Propolis can be used internally or externally, it has been used since 300 B.C. in cosmetics and medicine. People take propolis daily to help boost their immune system. Some use propolis to treat abscesses, heal wounds, fight infections – and in children to fight respiratory tract infections, cold symptoms and prevent middle ear infections.
Some other uses found can include:
- Dental issues, including cavity prevention, periodontal disease and gingivitis,
- To treat parasites
- Wart removal
- Burns
- Genetal herpes
- Cold sores, canker sores
- Acne, dermatitis
- Stabilize blood sugar
- Tuberculosis
- Acne
- Eczema
- Influenza, colds
- Respiratory infections, asthma, bronchitis
- Stomach virus
- Urinary tract infections
- Sinus congestion
- Cholesterol
- Ear infections
- Gastritus
- Bone healing
- Ulcers
- Gout
- Anxiety
- Arthritis
- Headaches
- Bile infections
AS ALWAYS I AM NOT A DOCTOR 🙂 PLEASE DO YOUR OWN RESEARCH!
PROPOLIS IS ALSO A BLOOD THINNER!
Tincures made with alcohol are highly flammable.
Propolis will stain clothing.
If you are allergic to bees or bee products, avoid propolis & Please Talk to your doctor if you have concerns and are taking other medications.
DO YOUR RESEARCH FOLKS & BEE BLESSED
