Bee propolis

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.

Propolis cream is one of the best options for treating your acne problem. This is one of the latest progresses in treating problematic skin, but Bee Propolis has in fact been used since ancient Egypt.

Pevonia Botanica Soothing Propolis Concentrate

Propolis cream, also named Propolis ointment, helps in treating imperfect, irritated skin and is very effective in treating inflamed, unopened and painful acne. It has also shown great results in treating painful and inflamed boils.

Bee Propolis is an antiseptic that will reduce the symptoms of inflammatory diseases and prevent bacterial infections. Propolis cream offers many beneficial effects on your skin. Propolis cream or Propolis ointment is mostly used for its natural antibiotic properties. It is a bactericidal, anti-inflammatory antitoxic, bacteriostatic, antiviral and biostimulating cream. Bee Propolis will have beneficial effect not only when you apply it on your skin; you can also treat your skin from within - Bee Propolis in form of tablets, capsules or extract is also a natural diet supplement that helps fight viral, fungal and bacterial invaders. It will help you cure your acne problem and also boost your body’s immune system.

Apivita Express Oily Skin Balance Face Mask with Propolis

Bee Propolis cream will not only suppress the harmful bacteria in the hair follicle, prevent the breeding of pimple, acne, papule etc., but will also regulate the metabolism function of the skin, make your skin bright, clean and smooth.

Propolis is a resinous material collected by bees from the buds or other parts of plants. It is known for its biological properties, having antibacterial, antifungal and healing properties.

In latest researches, Bee Propolis has shown antifungal activity on various Candida.
Candida albicans strains were collected from HIV-positive patients with oral candidiasis. The research studied the inhibitory effect of Bee Propolis on Candida albicans and compared it with standardized antifungal agents nystatin, clotrimazole, econazole and fluconazole. The Candida albicans strains showed resistance to standardized antifungal agents, while Bee Propolis extract inhibited the in vitro growth of C. albicans and formed inhibition zones similar to the ones formed by nystatin.

In another research the antifungal effect of Bee Propolis has been studied on 80 strains of Candida yeasts. The yeasts showed a clear Bee Propolis antifungal activity in the following order of sensitivity: C. albican s> C. tropicalis > C. krusei > C. guilliermondii.


Bee propolis has shown to have anti-bacterial, anti-viral, anti-fungal, anti-inflammatory and even anti-cancer properties with immune modulating effects. Because of its immunity boosting properties, it is advised as a powerful natural antibiotic for complications as epididymitis, orchitis, gonorrhea, syphilis and yeast infections, as an anti-viral remedy in case of HPV, hepatitis, canker sores, and an anti-inflammatory balm in cases of arthritis, allergies and asthma. It has even shown to be effective against MRSA, the antibiotic resistant bacteria that is affecting many hospitals.

Propolis is available in a wide assortment of products including tablets, capsules, powders, extracts, ointments, creams, lotions and other cosmetics. If you are allergic to bee venom, pollen or honey, then caution is advised with bee products. In this case, seek advice from your health practitioner.

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A scientific research on treating genital herpes showed amazing results of Propolis treament. 46 men and 4 women between age 18 and 69, all with a recurrent genital herpes simplex virus type 2, participated in a scientific research on treating genital herpes.

Patients were treated during an active outbreak with either a 3 % propolis ointment, 5 % acyclovir ointment, or placebo ointment 4 times daily for 10 days.

• On day 3 of the treatment, 50 % on propolis ointment, 27 % on acyclovir and 0 % taking placebo had crusted lesions.
• On day 10 of the treatment, and of the patients who initially had ulcerations, 100 % were healed in the propolis group, 80 % in the acyclovir group and 70 % in the placebo group were healed.

When after 10 days the overall treatment was completed, 24/30 patients had healed in the propolis group, 14/30 in the acyclovir group and 12/30 in the placebo group. No adverse effects related to the medication were noted in any of the groups at any of the examinations.

Viroxyn Cold Sore Treatment

Genital herpes is the most common sexually transmitted disease in the developed world and recurrent genital herpes infections can be difficult to treat. Both cold sores and genital herpes have reached epidemic proportions in the U.S. Since the late 1970s, the number of people with genital herpes has increased by 30%. Currently, the leading OTC brand and the leading prescription drug add up to $60 million in sales per year. Topical acyclovir, topical lemon balm and topical lysine have been used with some success. We now have another not only viable but perhaps preferable option: Propolis is rich in flavonoids that have demonstrable anti-viral properties in vitro. Propolis exhibits its antimicrobial effects by inhibiting cell division, disorganizing the cytoplasmic membrane in the cell wall and inhibiting protein synthesis.

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Brazilian Green Propolis is considered to be the best propolis in the world. It gained such value because of its composition - it contains high levels of flavonoids and phenolic particles that increase our body resistance to infections and diseases. Modern herbalists recommend its use for its antibacterial, antifungal, antiviral, hepatoprotective, anti-inflammatory, immunomodulatory and anti-ulcer properties.

Brazilian Green Propolis is extremely valued for fighting:

• Infections and affections of respiratory system (allergic bronchitis, laryngitis, pharyngitis, tonsillitis),
• Affections of mouth and stomach (stomatitis, gingivitis, thrush),
• Dermatitis (chilblain, mycosis, skin lesions, warts).

Brazilian Green Propolis is widely used all over the world and especially appreciated in Japan, where scientists managed to isolate a substance that actively fights against tumor cells. It has been patented and named Artepellin-C.

The video link below presents facts on Green Propolis and its health benefits, including its use in cancer treatment, where it has shown to attack tumors, viruses and bacteria.

Related Article: Prevention and Treatment of Cancer

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Propolis Tablets can provide an additional insurance against all kinds of infections. If taken daily, they will assure vital anti-oxidant protection, boost the body’s immune system and make it less prone to colds, bronchial complaints and stomach ulcers.

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Propolis Tablets are equivalent to Tincture or Extract, but perhaps more practical to use.

Nature has provided us with a beneficial natural food supplement rich in flavonoids, amino acids, vitamins and minerals. Bee Propolis is gathered by bees from the leaf buds and bark of trees and is used to maintain and disinfect the hive.

Propolis in the form of Capsules can be taken daily or when necessary. Capsules may be used in conjunction with the tinctures or as a stand alone supplement. Bee Propolis Capsules have a strong antioxidant effect provide a powerful support to body’s own immune system and help as a liver tonic.

They are a wonderful, taste-free remedy for stress related illnesses, inflammations and general well-being.

Propolis 1000 - Welmark - 60 capsules

Propolis - 120 Capsules - Manuka Health

Capsules are suitable for adults and children over two years. Generally, 1 to 3 (500mg) capsules a day are recommended as a dietary supplement.

In general, propolis is safe to use. It is a non-toxic substance and will not cause irritation for most people.

However, like with other honey bee products, there are some people who are allergic to propolis.

You may be one of them if you are:

• allergic to any bee product (pollen, honey, royal jelly),
• allergic to bee stings,
• an asthma patient.

If you believe you could be allergic to propolis, please discuss your physician before using propolis or any other bee product. Even if you are not in the above categories it is advised to start taking propolis gradually. In the first days use only small amounts and, if you do not detect any side effects, slowly increase the intake to the outlined dosage.

If you are an expectant mother or breast-feeding, please read our article on Propolis and pregnancy.

Propolis is a substance that honeybees make to provide protection against harmful bacteria, viruses and fungi. This resin is usually the sticky coating around buds that offers protection from the weather elements, bacteria, fungi, molds, and viruses. Like pollen, propolis is a bee product that cannot be clearly defined and varies from sample to sample due to the natural collection process. Nevertheless, different bee propolis extracts share considerable similarity in their physical and general chemical nature.

Propolis Extract 20% Non Alcohol 25ml


Propolis Extract PFL 15 - Comvita - 25ml


Propolis Extract PFL 30 - Comvita - 25ml

While hundreds of chemical compounds have been identified from bee propolis extract, the main chemical classes in propolis are flavonoids, phenolics and various aromatic compounds. Flavonoids are well-known plant compounds that have antioxidant, anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, anti-viral, and anti-inflammatory properties. Other properties of propolis include acting as a local anesthetic, reducing spasms, healing gastric ulcers and strengthening capillaries. Bee propolis extract also contains some volatile oils, terpenes and beeswax, but these compounds are not believed to contribute as significantly to the chemical properties and effects of propolis.

Propolis extract is scientifically proven to be extremely helpful in assisting the alleviation of many common health concerns such as viral and bacterial infections, boosting the immune system and helping the body overcome illnesses including ulcers, colds, stress, hypertension, pharyngitis, and periodontal problems.

One of the most exciting recent findings on propolis is its efficacy in cancer prevention and treatment.

Clinical studies have shown that Propolis reduces the size of tumors and prevents the development of cancerous cells. Propolis inhibits cancer cell growth by increasing the process of apoptosis (programmed cell death, the process our body uses to get rid of old, useless cells).

This particular property of propolis is connected to its strong antioxidant capability and the activity of the compound CAPE.

Several new studies into the potential benefits of propolis in treating/inhibiting certain types of cancer are underway and the projected outcomes look very promising.

Propolis Tincture PLF30 - Comvita - 25ml

Propolis 1000 - 60 capsules

Propolis can also significantly decrease the heart toxicity of doxorubicin, a chemotherapeutic agent used in cancer treatment and therapy.

Related article: Brazilian Green Propolis fights Cancer