Propolis is a natural radiate resin substance
which bees gather from leaf buds and tree bark in our
Australian native vegetation to protect them from infection
and disease. The working bee gathers the resin and remetabolise
it and smear this substance over the walls of their hive.
The bees use Propolis as a glue for sealing cracks and
gaps in their hives, they also place Propolis near the
opening of the hive to sterilise anything entering. Bees
encase foreign objects that get into the hive in a cocoon
of Propolis to prevent decay.
This complex substance is called Propolis,
the natural mild antibiotic and anti-fungal properties
of this substance are probably due to its natural content
of flavonoids organic acids, vitamins and numerous minerals.
Propolis contains a high level of bioflavonoid; these
stimulate white blood cells to produce Interferon, which
greatly increases the body’s resistance to disease.
Propolis also curtails the growth of Protozoa and is therefore
an effective treatment for some intestinal parasites
Propolis is known as a natural antibiotic
with strong antimicrobial properties. It possesses anaesthetic
and antioxidant being very helpful in a wide range of
health conditions.
The benefit of Propolis 500, Propolis 200
(tincture) and Propolis 150 (liquid) primary is its ability
to boost the immune system aiding the body’s natural
defenses to infection. It is this ability of Propolis
to work with the body and not against it (as many antibiotics
do) which makes Propolis a completely natural responsible
health food. Propolis is highly recommended by naturopaths
to treat conditions such as: -
Traditionally,
Propolis is used as an antibiotic and a stimulant of the
immune system, therefore reducing the occurrence and severity
of colds and flue and very popular in the treatment of
throat infections. Propolis from the beehive is known
to increase resistance to infection and illnesses and
is widely recognised as a preventative supplement.
The healing benefits of Propolis to humans
have been recognised as far back as Ancient Egyptian times
(who saw bees and their Propolis as a source of eternal
life).
Propolis has no known side effects. If taken
internally, it will enhance your power of resistance to
cold like infections. This substance may cause allergic
reaction to some, but just like other substance test before
use.
