Propolis is an extremely precious natural resource, and is deeply favored by consumers because of its unique efficacy. Propolis contains more than 300 nutrients in 20 categories, among which the most representative nutrients are flavonoids such as quercetin and rutin. It also contains rich amino acids such as histidine and glycine, vitamins such as thiamine, riboflavin, niacin, organic acids such as benzoic acid, ferulic acid, caffeic acid, mineral components such as calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, etc. In addition, it contains a certain amount of aromatic volatile oils, enzymes, and alcohol, phenol, aldehyde, ketone, ester, ether compounds, just like a natural “medicine storehouse”.
The immune system is the cornerstone of human health. The reason why propolis can enhance the body’s immunity is mainly due to three aspects. First, propolis can stimulate the production of white blood cells (which participate in the body’s defense response in different ways) and the phagocytic ability of white blood cells and macrophages. Second, propolis itself can inhibit the growth and reproduction of pathogenic bacteria. Third, propolis can increase the number of antibodies and improve the body’s specific and nonspecific immune capabilities. Therefore, the effect of propolis in enhancing immunity is unquestionable.
The antibacterial effect of propolis is also very significant. It is because propolis can inhibit the growth of many bacteria and viruses and has a broad-spectrum antibiotic effect. It can be used in combination with certain antibiotics to improve the antibacterial effect of antibiotics and prolong the antibacterial activity. At the same time, propolis also has a strong inhibitory and killing effect on many viruses. It is even stronger than the traditional anti-inflammatory drug aspirin in terms of anti-inflammatory. Therefore, propolis has an auxiliary therapeutic effect on various inflammations such as stomatitis and nasal inflammation, but if it has become a stubborn disease, you must go to the hospital for medical treatment.
Propolis is rich in flavonoids and terpenes. These ingredients can promote the synthesis of beneficial glycogen from exogenous glucose and can regulate blood sugar in both directions. At the same time, some ingredients contained in propolis can not only improve the vitality of pancreatic B cells (cooperating with glucagon secreted by pancreatic A cells to regulate blood sugar) and improve pancreatic secretion function, but also increase the body’s sensitivity to insulin and improve insulin resistance. Therefore, propolis is also obvious in regulating blood sugar.
Hypertension is mostly caused by aging blood vessels and excessive cholesterol and triglyceride levels in the blood. The flavonoids and other antioxidant ingredients rich in propolis have the function of purifying the blood. They can not only reduce the triglyceride content in the blood, but also reduce the cholesterol content in the blood. At the same time, propolis can also effectively remove deposits on the inner wall of blood vessels, soften and dilate blood vessels, reduce blood vessel fragility and abnormal permeability. Therefore, propolis also has excellent effects in regulating blood pressure.
Propolis is also very useful in regulating blood lipids. The flavonoids such as quercetin and rutin in propolis can reduce blood lipids, regulate blood pressure, resist platelet aggregation, dilate coronary blood vessels, soften capillaries, etc. At the same time, the polyunsaturated fatty acids, terpenoids, polysaccharides, steroids and other ingredients in propolis also have obvious regulating effects on hyperlipidemia, high cholesterol and high blood viscosity, making propolis unique in regulating blood lipids.
The beauty effect of propolis mainly comes from the beeswax, pollen, resin and essential oils in propolis. Beeswax can prevent hardening of subcutaneous tissue, maintain skin elasticity, prevent and reduce wrinkles. Pollen can promote skin metabolism, improve skin nutrition, enhance skin vitality and resistance to adverse external environment. Resin can promote the synthesis of collagen and elastin and activate dermal tissue. Essential oils can control oil secretion, remove blackheads and acne, and prevent and fade spots.
There are three common types of propolis: original propolis, propolis liquid, and propolis capsules. Original propolis is the primary product of propolis (propolis is industrially removed from impurities) and is basically not eaten directly.
It is usually soaked in propolis wine for external use. Propolis liquid is an ethanol solution or water solution of propolis. It can be taken directly, or added to drinks such as milk, coffee, honey, or dripped on staple foods such as steamed bread. Propolis capsules are the most common propolis products on the market. When taken, just swallow with warm water, which is very convenient.
There are no taboos when taking propolis. First of all, pregnant women cannot take propolis because some ingredients in propolis can stimulate the uterus and cause uterine contractions, thereby adversely affecting the growth and development of the fetus. Secondly, it is necessary to prevent allergies. Although propolis allergies will not endanger life, they will still bring a lot of unnecessary troubles. Therefore, people with severe allergies should use it with caution or stop using it.
Finally, infants under 1 year old are not suitable for taking propolis, otherwise it may affect the normal development of the baby’s immune system.
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