 What
is Propolis ?
- Is a 100% natural product
- Is non-toxic
- Has no side effects
- Is a powerful immune booster
- Fights aging through elimination of free radicals
- Helps your body to protect itself against illness and disease
Propolis is a sticky resin that seeps from the buds of some trees and oozes
from the bark of other trees, chiefly conifers.
The bees gather propolis, sometimes called bee glue, and carry it home in their
pollen baskets. They blend it with wax flakes secreted from special glands on
their abdomens.
Propolis is used to slickly line the interior of brood cells in preparation
for the queen's laying of eggs, a most important procedure. With its antiseptic
properties, this propolis lining insures a hospital-clean environment for the
rearing of brood.
What is Propolis used for?
The ancient Greeks, Romans and Egyptians were very much
aware of the healing properties of Propolis and made extensive use of it as a
medicine. In the last decade many research projects and clinical investigations
have been undertaken on the prophylactic and therapeutic properties of Propolis
and of the bioflavonoids it contains.
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Activates the thymus gland and
therefore strengthens the immune system
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Stimulates white blood cells
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Has a protective effect
against virus infections (cold, flu, HIV, herpes), rheumatic fever,
respiratory infections, inflammation
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Protects against side effect
of irradiation
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Protects against damage to
liver cells
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Promotes healing of sores,
wounds, acne, blemishes, eczema
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Might prevent the development
of cancer
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Has beneficial effect on the
bodies absorption of iron, calcium, phosphorus and magnesium
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Protects the body from oxygen
free radical damage
The Constituents of Propolis
Chemically speaking, propolis is a very complex mixture. Its chemical
elements vary according to its source. Colors range from golden brown to
brownish green to reddish brown to blackish brown. A broad analysis reveals
approximately 55 percent resinous compounds and balsam, 30 percent beeswax, 10
percent ethereal and aromatic oils, and 5 percent bee pollen. Many flavonols
contribute to propolis. Other components include cinnamic acid, cinnamyl
alcohol, vanillin, caffeic acid, tetochrysin, isalpinin, pinocembrin, chrysin,
galangin, and ferulic acid.
The Properties of Propolis
Propolis is another medicinal marvel from the beehive. Research shows it
offers antiseptic, antibiotic, antibacterial, antifungal, and even antiviral
properties. Propolis is Nature's premiere preventive. It is so powerful in
action, it is often called Russian penicillin in acknowledgement of the
extensive research the Russians have mounted on this wonder worker from the
bees. Propolis demonstrates strong antimicrobial properties against various
bacterial and fungal infestations. Even streptococcus bacteria have been shown
sensitive to propolis.
Natures's Preventive Medicine
Propolis has been justly called Nature's premier preventive. The immune
system is supported and strengthened by the ingestion of propolis. Modern
scientific studies indicate that those who take propolis regularly escape winter
colds and sore throats and seem to develop a natural immunity to common viruses,
including the various strains of flu.
Chemical antibiotics destroy all bacteria in the body, both the friendly,
(necessary flora required for healthy functioning in the entire gastrointestinal
tract) and the bad intestinal flora. An individual who constantly takes
prescribed antibiotics for one condition after another soon learns to his sorrow
that the drugs may no longer work as well as they once did. As invading
bacteria get "smarter," the drugs become less and less effective.
 Propolis,
the natural antibiotic, works against harmful bacteria without destroying the
friendly bacteria the body needs. Propolis has also been proven effective
against strains of bacteria that resist chemical antibiotics.
The field of influence of propolis is extremely broad. It includes cancer,
infection of the urinary tract, swelling of the throat, gout, open wounds, sinus
congestion, colds, influenza, bronchitis, gastritis, diseases of the ears,
periodontal disease, intestinal infections, ulcers, eczema eruptions, pneumonia,
arthritis, lung disease, stomach virus, headaches, Parkinson's disease, bile
infections, sclerosis, circulation deficiencies, warts, conjunctivitis, and
hoarseness.
Propolis helps regulate hormones and is an antibiotic substance that
stimulates the natural resistance of the body. Propolis may be used by
everyone, sick or healthy, as a means of protection against microorganisms.
Propolis is also efficient against conditions caused by bacteria, viruses, or
different fungi. Propolis cures many diseases because it is a special natural
substance with strong effect.
Use it as part of your daily program of supplementation. It has helped the
bee society survive and thrive for over 45 million years. It may well help you
survive ... for a long time
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