Bee Pollen: Benefits of Pollen and How to Use it

Bee pollen is a unique product, considered one of the most complete foods in nature for its beneficial and therapeutic properties. Let’s look together specifically at the benefits of pollen and understand how to use it.

IMPORTANT: The information in this article relates to the natural properties of bee pollen. It cannot replace medical advice or the use of any medications. Therefore, for diseases or illnesses, it is always recommended that you consult your medical professional in order to figure out the best treatment.

Bee pollen: what is it?

Bee pollen is a very fine powder produced by the male reproductive organs of flowers, by which, fertilization takes place. Based on pollen production, plants are divided into anemophilous and entomophilous. In anemophilous plants, the pollen produced is so light that it is moved from flower to flower simply by the force of the wind; conversely, in entomophilous plants, the pollen produced has a significantly greater weight. In the last case, for it to be moved between flowers, there is a need for the incessant work of vector insects technically called “pollinators.” Among the most important vector insects we undoubtedly find the foraging bees, rather than the kelp , which would be the male bee.
Pollen is not an elaborate product of bees like honey or propolis, but is simply collected and stored. The activity of collection certainly is not simple. Pollen remains between the bee’s very fine hairs when the bee collects nectar from flowers. As a result, the bee cleans itself by grouping the pollen into small, almost spherical-shaped balls in special “baskets” located on its hind legs. Once they arrive in the hive these “pollen balls” are placed and stored inside cells and will be excellent nourishment for the larvae and young bees. Only by collecting and processing it in a natural way can the best pollen be obtained, just as in order to produce the best Italian honey. In addition to its benefits, it can be said that the nutritional values of pollen are extraordinary.

Bee pollen is not only obtained from the apiary, but also other products such as Italian honey and propolis from different areas and territories in Italy:
Acacia Honey – Sulla Honey (Sainfoin Honey) – Chestnut Honey – Millefiori Honey (Mixed Flower Honey) – Eucalyptus Honey – Orange Honey – Bee Pollen Supplement – Propolis Tincture – Propolis Alcohol Free

Benefits of pollen: what are they?

The benefits of pollen are many; in fact, it is a unique and inimitable food due to the presence of numerous components. Let’s look at what its benefits are:

• Pollen is an excellent anti-inflammatory. Thanks to the presence of vitamin C and anthocyanins it has an anti-inflammatory action, inhibiting the onset of discomfort related to the origin of inflammation.
• An excellent energizer, thanks to the presence of slow-release simple sugars such as fructose and glucose, and the presence of other nutrients such as manganese and vitamin B that have a revitalizing and energizing effect. Taking pollen is ideal for those who play sports, and for students who, spending hours and hours studying, need support to keep their concentration high.
• Also indicated for those suffering from insomnia and stress. Often these disorders are caused by the absence of specific proteins and minerals that ensure the ideal functioning of the nervous system. Pollen has been shown to help by making up for these deficiencies and improving mood.
• It strengthens the immune system by killing bacteria and thus prevents the onset of diseases and unwanted reactions. For this reason it is ideal for the winter period to prevent flu and speed convalescence.
• It speeds up metabolism and, due to its direct action, helps to eliminate body fat and helps to lose pounds. It also promotes the absorption of cholesterol by cells and prevents its accumulation, so it lowers bad cholesterol and prevents cardiovascular disease.

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Pollen for Menopause

Excellent remedy for alleviating menopause-related issues. Menopause is a physiological time in women’s lives that manifests with the cessation of the menstrual cycle and the onset of common symptoms such as hot flashes, sweating, joint pain, irritability and sleep disturbances. Recent studies have demonstrated the effectiveness of pollen against these disorders. Not surprisingly, pollen has been shown to have a great effect by improving menopause-related complaints both in terms of frequency and intensity. Women experienced other health improvements, such as better sleep, less irritability, and improved mood and energy. After all, this is not surprising! Pollen is one of the richest and most complete substances in nature, and thanks to its components it is capable of interacting with the human body as an additional nutrient and organic rebalancer.

We recommend reading our articles on the specifics of each honey and discover their extraordinary beneficial effect on everyday life:
Honey: What Happens if You Eat a Spoonful a Day? – Is it Better to Eat Honey or Sugar? – Benefits of Eucalyptus Honey – Benefits of Acacia Honey – Why Does Honey Crystallizes

Properties of pollen

What are the properties of bee pollen? It has almost incomparable nutritional power: one tablespoon a day is capable of meeting a person’s daily vitamin needs (except for vitamin F and B4). Let us take a more peculiar look at its main components:

• Water ranging from 12 % to 20 %
• Large amounts of protein ( 20 %) most of it in the form of amino acids.
• Mineral salts including potassium, magnesium, silicon and iron
• Enzymes and growth hormones
• Vitamins especially of the B group
• Simple sugars in amounts of 15 percent among which glucose and fructose predominate
• Lipids in amounts of about 5 % most of which are saturated and essential fatty acids

Amino acids make pollen an excellent supplement because they are key players in important functions such as protein synthesis, nerve impulse transmission and energy production.
In addition, thanks to the presence of simple sugars such as glucose, it is an excellent source of energy, useful in times of stress and fatigue.
Some of the 250 components of pollen still have not been identified, which is why many scientists are unable to reproduce it in the laboratory. This is proof of how unique and magical pollen is.

How to take pollen?

It would be ideal to take pollen on an empty stomach, before breakfast or otherwise away from a meal. It can be taken alone , with a drink or simply with a teaspoon of honey. Recommended daily doses vary depending on the product, and range from the amount of 1 g up to 10 g.
There are contraindications and side effects. It is not suitable for allergy sufferers to whom it could cause harm and discomfort; always look at the origin because if it is not controlled, as with products outside the European community, the risk of contamination by pesticides and chemical agents should be assessed. Finally, its intake is not recommended during pregnancy, lactation and the pediatric age of the child.