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 Bee pollen consists of plant pollens collected by worker
bees combined with plant nectar and bee saliva. Bee Pollen is
gathered from pollen laden bees with a special device placed at the
entrance of the hive. The device is designed to brush the material
from the bees’ legs.
Bee Pollen has been called nature's
perfect food because it is rich in vitamins and contains almost all
known minerals, trace elements, enzymes, and amino acids. This is
possible because bee pollen captures the essence of every plant from
which it collects pollen. In addition, Bee Pollen contains digestive
enzymes from the bees.
Clinical studies have shown that a
certain pollen extract, Cernilton®, has anti-inflammatory
properties, is capable of relaxing the muscles that surround the
urethra, and may also be able to slow or inhibit the growth of
prostate cells. Trial studies have also shown that this pollen
extract may improve symptoms for people with chronic
prostatitis.
Bee pollen is believed to rejuvenate the body,
stimulate organs and glands, enhance vitality, and bring about a
longer life span. Bee pollen's purported ability to consistently and
noticeably increase energy levels also makes it a popular substance
among many world class athletes and those interested in sustaining
and enhancing quality performance.
Bee pollen as a
nutritional supplement may build the immune system and provide
energy for the entire body. It contains 35% protein, 55%
carbohydrate, 2% fatty acids, and 3% minerals and vitamins. It is
high in B-complex and vitamins A, C, D, and E. It is high in
B-complex and vitamins A, C, D, and E, and contains lecithin and
seleniumbeta-carotene.
Because of its diverse makeup of
vitamins, minerals, enzymes and amino acids bee pollen is believed
by some experts to be a good source of anti-oxidants. Research
studies and tests indicate that bee pollen plays a part in
immunizing the body, enhancing vitality, and can possibly counteract
the effects of radiation and certain harmful toxins. When used to
build the immune system. It is considered to have the ability to
eliminate toxins and poisonous materials from the body. Chemical
pollutants are known as the most severe stressors to your immune
system. Many believe that bee pollen can be quickly absorbed into
the blood stream and inspire immunological
responses.
Notwithstanding the many suggested benefits of bee
pollen, to date, there is insufficient clinical research to suggest
that bee pollen is an effective remedy for many health conditions. A
few in vitro and animal studies suggest that bee pollen might
actually protect against some forms of radiation damage, that it
might have some immunomodulating effects and that it might be of
benefit to pregnant women.
Supporting
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Stanley RG,
Liskens HF. Pollens. Springer-Verlag: New York, 1974.
Loschen G,
Ebeling L. Inhibition of arachidonic acid cascade by extract of rye
pollen. Arzneimittelforschung 1991;41:162–6.
Habib FK, Ross M,
Buck AC, et al. In vitro evaluation of the pollen extract, cernitin
T-60, in the regulation of prostate cell growth. Br J Urol
1990;66:393–7.
Bevzo VV, Grygor'eva NP. [Effect of bee pollen
extract on glutathione system activity in mice liver under X-ray
irradiation.] Ukr Biokhim Zh. 1999; 69:115-117.
Suzuki T,
Kurokawa K, Mashimo T, et al. Clinical effect of Cernilton in
chronic prostatitis. Hinyokika Kiyo
1992;38:489–94
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