Bee Pollen

What is so good about Bee Pollen?

Bee Pollen is the pollen produced by flowers that the honeybee returns to the hive. It consists of the heavier pollens, as opposed to the light airborne pollens that are commonly associated with allergies.

Bee Pollen is highly nutritious. It is the main source of nutrient for the bees and their only source of protein. As it consists of most of the vitamins needed to sustain life Bee Pollen is often referred to as Nature’s Multivitamin.

Bee Pollen also contains a wide range of minerals, enzymes, amino acids and folates.

Can Bee Pollen be used to treat Hay Fever?

Clinical studies suggest that Bee Pollen reduces the symptoms associated with Hay Fever. It is also suggested that Bee Pollen desensitises the user to the allergic reactions of Pollen. One reason this may be is that Bee Pollen contains a flavonoid that inhibits the release of histamine in the body, thereby decreasing the allergic response.

Is Bee Pollen good for the prostate?

Reviews of scientific studies show that Bee Pollen provides a significant benefit to sufferers of prostatitis. It reduces the inflammation and discomfort associated with the condition.

Can Bee Pollen increase energy levels and stamina?

Bee Pollen is used extensively by athletes to enhance performance. Consuming Bee Pollen increases the number and volume of red blood cells in the body. This enables for a faster recovery after heavy exertion. Increased levels of red blood cells have also shown to improve memory function in elderly patients.

Is Bee Pollen an Antioxidant?

Yes, Bee Pollen has significant antioxidant effects as it contains a wide range of flavonoids. Flavonoids are well known antioxidants and form part of the immune defences in plants.

Can eating Bee Pollen cause an allergic reaction?

No demonstrated link exists between allergy to eating Bee Pollen and respiratory allergies to wind borne pollens. Allergic reactions to eating Bee Pollen are very rare but can involve swelling , heart palpitations and minor to moderate difficulty in breathing. Such reactions are generally not considered serious but if these occur then the product should not continue to be taken. Most adverse reactions, if they occur at all, are upset stomachs caused by the richness of Bee Pollen. To overcome this problem start with a small amount (say 1/4 teaspoon) and increase the amount over time.