Bee propolis

Human Papiloma Virus (HPV) and Cervical Cancer

The Human Papiloma Virus or HPV is a very common group of viruses which can cause both genital and non-genital warts. Approximately 30 HPV strains out of 100 infect the genital area and cause Condyloma Acuminata, also named Condylomata or genital wards. Of these 30 HPV strains there are those called high risk viruses and those called low risk viruses. There are 13 known high-risk HPV viruses which can cause changes in cervical cells (cells of the neck of the uterus). These changes may develop into Cervical Cancer, which is why PAP smear tests are so important in discovering these changes in time to prevent changes progressing to cancerous cells. The Human Papiloma Virus (HPV) is a leading cause for Dysplasia and Cancer of the Cervix.

Risk factors for Dysplasia and Cervical Cancer

Cervical Cancer, a malignancy of the cervix, is the third most common type of cancer in women. The risks, connected with Dysplasia (abnormal pre-cancerous cells) and Cervical Cancer, are:

• HPV (Human Papiloma Virus).
• Smoking (especially in combination with birth-control pills)
• Multiple sex partners.
• Weakened immune system.
• Chlamydia (one of the most common sexually transmitted infections worldwide) and/or Herpes Simplex infection.
• Intercourse at an early age.

Lower these risks as much as possible and keep your immune system strong and healthy!

Fighting viruses like HPV, boosting Immunity and curing genital warts and genital herpes with Propolis

To fight off HPV, one should take an active part in health and state of body’s own immune system. HPV and cancer are both warnings that overall health and immunity are not as they should be. Bee Propolis is believed to be the most potent COX-2 inhibitor (a form of a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that directly targets COX-2, an enzyme responsible for inflammation and pain) and has shown great results in boosting immunity. Bee Propolis is referred to as a natural antibiotic with anti-bacterial, anti-viral, anti-fungal, anti-inflammatory and even anti-cancer properties with immune modulating effects. It helps fight diseases and conditions like epididymitis, orchitis, gonorrhea, syphilis and yeast infections, HPV, hepatitis, and canker sores.  Bee Propolis is best when taken as a supplement in form of capsules, tincture or extract, but is also successful topically, in form of creams and ointments, which have shown surprising results in treating genital warts and genital herpes.

Genital warts and pregnancy

If you have a dormant HPV infection, pregnancy can sometimes trigger the outburst of genital warts or it can make an active infection worse. The warts may cause a number of problems during pregnancy and in rare cases, they can be transmitted from a mother to her baby during childbirth.

Acai berry is considered a supreme natural food that provides total body and colon cleanse and proves to be highly effective in weight loss. It is a natural fat burner and laxative that cleanses the body and helps it get rid of dangerous free radicals. The acai berry is also a rich source of dietary fiber and protein. Acai Juice is believed to tackle carcinogens and toxic-build up in the body and purifiy blood and skin, helps in digestion and prevent a whole range of inflammatory diseases.

Perhaps the most attractive benefit of the Acai Berries Juice are its anti-oxidant, anti-aging properties that even fight Alzheimer’s and arthritis. Sounds familiar? Well, must be because Bee Propolis is valued for many similar benefits - its powerful anti-oxidant properties, antibacterial, anti-ulcer, anti-fungal and anti-viral activity and its efficiency in fighting against tumors and cancer cells. Most of all, Bee Propolis boosts our immune system and helps us fight stress and stress-related problems, connected with a modern way of life.

For best results, combine the best of what mother Nature has to offer. Include both, Acai Berry and Bee Propolis into your diet and enjoy the numerous health-providing and immunity-boosting benefitsof both, combined with all natural body and colon cleanse and weight loss.

We recommend taking about 15 drops of Propolis tincture in your Acai juice before breakfast for best results in cleansing your body and boosting your immune system.

A research of alternative treatment for cold sores discovered that Bee Propolis can reduce healing time to just three days, even when the blistering already occured. Here are the most important discoveries:

Research (Phytomedicine, 2000) shows that Propolis can heal cold sores in just over three days, even after blistering has occurred.

Propolis helps prevent the cold sore virus from replicating and reduces pain.

Propolis is rich in amino acids and flavonoids which have an antiseptic, antibacterial and antifungal effect. Studies have shown that it can reduce healing time by up to 50%.

Wise Woman Herbal’s Propolis/Propolis 2 oz

A cream which contains Propolis will bring the antibacterial, anti-styptic, toning and healing epithelial cells benefits in a completely natural way.

The challenge in making a Bee Propolis Cream is incorporating Propolis which is naturally dark in color, soluble in ethanol and often includes beeswax and resins, without destroying the numerous benefits of about 150 compounds, crucial to efficacy of Propolis.

Probably one of the best Propolis Face Creams in the market today is Beehive Botanical’s Propolis Derma cream, which uses propolis to help heal irritations, acne, blemished skin, rashes and other skin problems while it softens and adds necessary moisture and nutrients. It includes Propolis, Honey, Vitamin E and Aloe Vera.

Beehive Botanical’s Propolis Derma Cream 2oz

Wondering how to take propolis and how much to use?

Discuss with your doctor or pharmacist about how much propolis you should take. The amount will depend on the strength of the medicine and also the reason why you are taking propolis. If you haven’t received instructions from your caregiver, follow the directions on the label. Do not take more propolis than advised.

Before taking propolis, you should tell your doctor if you:

• are already taking medicine or are allergic to any medicine,
• are pregnant or planning to become pregnant,
• are breast feeding,
• are allergic to bee stings or bee products,
• have asthma,have eczema or nettle rash,
• have other health problems, such as high blood pressure or heart or blood vessel disease.

In case of side effects stop taking your medicine right away and talk to your doctor if you have any of the following: itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing, or rash.

Propolis capsules and tablets are easy to take, but how to take Propolis tincture or liquid extract?
You can put a few droplets on a teaspoon of sugar or easily put them in your favourite juice or milk and make your self a health-boosting drink.

How much propolis to take?

For Strengthening the Immune System, take about 20 drops of propolis tincture in honey, juice, milk or water before breakfast. The number of drops will vary according to strength of the tincture!

For Fighting Infection, the best time to use propolis is when there are first signs of infection like teary eyes, runny nose, chills, slight fever, weariness or lethargy. Take the above dosages every few hour until the symptoms abate.

Brazil provides us with the best bee propolis in the world, Propolis Brasil. Brazilian Green Propolis comes from rich plant resources and unpolluted natural environment, and contains the largest amount of biologically available and unique variety of flavonoids.

Brazilian green propolis, is collected among the Baccharis trees and produced by the Africanized bees from Brazil. What makes it superior to other types of propolis is the fact that it contains the active ingredient Artepillin-C, an antioxidant which has been found to have extremely potent anti-bacterial, anti-viral, anti-fungal, hepatoprotective, anti-inflammatory, immunomodulatory and anti-ulcer properties activity.

Brasilian Green Propolis is valued for the following health benefits:

• It is a powerful antioxidant.
• Fights bacteria, viruses, funghi.
• Has anti-inflammatory, immunomodulatory and anti-ulcer properties activity.
• It fights infections and affections of respiratory system (allergic bronchitis, laryngitis, pharyngitis, tonsillitis).
• It cures affections of mouth and stomach (stomatitis, gingivitis, sore throat, enlarged tonsils, pharyngitis, laryngitis, sores, ulcerations of the mouth, gums and throat, thrush).
• It helps cure dermatitis (chilblain, mycosis, skin lesions, warts).
• Actively fights against tumors and cancer cells.

Echinacea Goldenseal Propolis Supreme Compound Throat Spray combines the antibacterial, healing and anaesthetic properties of Bee Propolis with a refreshing oral hygiene spray and breath freshener.

This herbal combination offers a soothing, antiseptic, and anti-inflammatory properties to provide relief for infected sore throat, enlarged tonsils, pharyngitis, laryngitis, sores, ulcerations of the mouth, gums and throat, and may also be used topically for cuts, scratches, abrasions, sores and ulcerations of the skin.

This high quality compound extract contains about 30-40 dropperfuls per bottle.

Studies on Bee Propolis confirmed that it reduces cavities, periodontitis, gingivitis and plaque build up. It shows a strong antibacterial activity and can protect against oral microorganisms that contribute to bad breath. Latest findings show that Bee Propolis could be the next leading ingredient in oral hygiene and health.

Propolis inhibits the activity of several streptococcal bacteria species that cause dental caries. Inflammation of the gums or periodontitis is usually accompanied with pain, burning and bad breath, caused by bacteria and debris that infect the roots of teeth and the surrounding gum crevices. In advance inflammations the progression of bacteria can cause a gradual loss of bone and periodontal tissues that support the teeth and cause tooth loss. Bee Propolis toothpaste has shown to have beneficial plaque inhibiting properties as well as anti-inflammatory actions that shows benefits with people suffering from gum problems.

Decay, cavity formation or caries in teeth, plaque build up and gingivitis are all common problems, but Bee Propolis seems to be a natural anti-cavity agent. Studies on Bee Propolis on rats even confirmed that the cavity rate dropped by 60% and nearly stopped the activity of key enzymes, formed by bacteria Streptococcus mutans, responsible for plaque and caries.

Bee Propolis Plus is all pure and all natural Bee Propolis from New Zealand. It is of highest quality and contains a unique formula with 25% Flavonoids.

It promotes bodily absorption, efficiency and bioavailability of itself and that of Citrus Bioflavonids and Vitamin C respectively. Bee Propolis Plus provides daily antioxidant protection, helps support healthy immune system and provides healing and rejuvenation.

Bee Propolis Plus can be purchased in The Honey Shop:

Bee Propolis (Apis mellifera) is a form of resin that honey bees collect from bark and tree leaves. Worker bees combine the resin with pollen, nectar and wax to form a sticky substance, used to sterilize their hive and protect it against infections. It is also used to seal cracks in the hive, which is why Propolis is also called Bee Glue. Other names for Bee Propolis are bee putty, Bienenharz (German), Brazilian green propolis, Brazilian propolis, Bulgarian propolis, Propolin H, caffeic acid phenethyl ester (CAPE), WSDP, cera alba, chizukit, cinnamic acid, terpenes, galangin, Greek propolis, hive dross, propolis balsam, propolis resin, propolis wax, propolisina (Spanish), Russian penicillin, Taiwanese propolis and WSDP.

Bee Propolis is a traditional medicine and has been used for centuries and for various conditions. It has shown shown to improve academic performance, boost body’s own immune system, treat acne and skin conditions such as dermatitis and speed up wound healing and tissue regeneration after surgery. Known as a skin rejuvenator (it is full of anti-oxidants), it also helps in UV-induced erythema (sunburn) prevention. It acts as an anticoagulant and therefore helps prevent blood clots. It is used as medicine for high and low blood pressure, it has anti-inflammatory, anti-oxidant and anti-spasm effect, and has been successfully used to cure bowel diseases, cancer and colorectal cancer and has even shown to help in corneal regeneration, Crohn’s disease, dilation of veins (acts as vasorelaxant), diverticulitis, duodenal ulcers, eczema, HIV, hyperglycemia (high blood sugar levels), immunomodulatory diseases, laryngitis (sore throat) and leukemia. It also helps protect liver and provides protection against harmful bacteria. It has been successfully used in treating nasopharyngeal carcinoma, osteoporosis, prostate carcinoma, pruritus (itching), psoriasis, rheumatoid arthritis, thyroid disease, tuberculosis, and ulcerative colitis.