Bee Propolis

Modern research confirms at least six distinct biological activities for propolis. Modern research confirms at least six distinct biological activities for propolis: antibacterial, antiviral, antifungal, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anti-tumor. Propolis has been used by human cultures for centuries across many traditions worldwide. Propolis has been known and used by human cultures for centuries across many traditions worldwide. Propolis functions as the bee hive's immune system. Bees apply propolis throughout the beehive as a protective barrier preventing foreign invaders, pathogens, and contaminants from entering. Bee propolis is a natural resin produced when bees collect material from flowers and plant buds and mix it with their own saliva. Bee propolis is a natural resin produced when bees collect material from flowers and plant buds and mix it with their saliva. Propolis is a complex substance containing a wide array of chemical compounds derived from botanical sources. Bees apply propolis as a protective barrier throughout the hive to prevent pathogens and foreign contaminants from entering.