Bee Propolis (70% Propolis)

History:

Bee Propolis is pleasant, sweet-smelling, resinous substance collected from various plants by bees, which they use as a building material (along with beeswax) to construct their hives. The sticky substance seals holes and cracks in the hive and coats the surfaces of the honeycomb cells; and so, when the bees return to the hive, they crawl through a slim Propolis-coated opening, thus removing contaminating microbes picked up outside the hive. Propolis was recorded as a medicine over two thousand years ago, when Hippocrates prescribed Bee Propolis to remedy various afflictions, and in the first-century A.D., the Roman philosopher, Celsus, recorded instructions for its preparation in topical poultices. It was also mentioned in the Islamic Koran manuscripts from the sixth to the eighth centuries as a blood purifier and a remedy for skin problems and bronchial catarrhs. Some of the constituents included in Bee Propolis include bioflavonoids/phenolic compounds (apigenin, chrysin, galangin, kaempferol, quercetin, naringenin, pinocembrin, pinostrobin, caffeic acid, cinnamic acid, p-coumaric acid and ferulic acid), many trace minerals (copper, magnesium, silicon, iron, manganese and zinc), amino acids and virtually all vitamins (except vitamin K).

Bee Propolis is enormously popular as an immune system stimulant that supports the body's natural resources to resist disease and illness of all kinds, including the discomforts of coughs, colds and flu and may even support relief of asthma symptoms. It reputedly helps to stimulate the thymus gland and may, thus, potentially boost the thyroid gland for improved immunity and resistance to infections.

Considered a potent natural antiviral, Bee Propolis is revered by herbalists to effectively assist the body's natural healing abilities to combat pneumonia and similar viral infections. Its antiviral qualities may also work with the body to manage genital herpes. Moreover, Propolis has been used as a means to enhance the efficacy of other antiviral drugs.

Like all Bee products, Propolis is highly regarded as an excellent natural antibacterial that helps to combat all infection (ancient Egyptian healers revered its use to protect wounds from infection). It is thought to stimulate phagocytosis, the process by which some white blood cells destroy bacteria. Rich in nutrients, Bee Propolis is also considered a powerful antioxidant that has shown promise in combating liver disorders and the deleterious effects of free radical damage to cells.

Bee Propolis may also possess superior natural healing properties with its ability to accelerate new cell growth. This healing quality is thought to he support relief for the discomforts of stomach and intestinal ulcers and has shown some beneficial effects on certain skin melanomas; some say it may even extend to the healing broken bones.

Externally used, Bee Propolis has been considered beneficial as a topical antibiotic salve for abrasions and bruises since ancient times, because of its germicidal-antibacterial effects. The supplement is also thought to relieve a sore mouth and/or teeth.

Some new research indicates the possibility of using Bee Propolis to support and promote healthy blood pressure levels and reduce arteriosclerosis, thereby, potentially lessening the possible risks of coronary heart ailments.

Recommended Dosage:
Take two (2) capsules, two (2) times each day with water at mealtimes.

Contraindications:
Some people have been known to be allergic to Bee products and should avoid them, as ingestion may result in severe allergic reaction, including anaphylaxis, an acute allergic response, which may be life threatening. Before taking Bee Propolis Herbal Supplement, it is wise to take a small amount at first, and if any sneezing, discomfort or rash occurs, discontinue use immediately.

Capsule Information:
Our Bee Propolis (70% Propolis) supplements are encapsulated in 100% Gluten-free, Vegetable Cellulose, Certified Kosher, size "00" Capsules.(click here for size comparison) Each capsule contains approximately 600 mgs."

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The information presented herein by Herbal Extracts Plus is intended for educational purposes only. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, cure, treat or prevent disease. Individual results may vary, and before using any supplements, it is always advisable to consult with your own health care provider.