PROPOLIS — A HEALING GIFT FROM THE HUMBLE BEE

A resinous natural substance produced by bees to protect and line the inner walls of their hives, propolis doubles as a powerful medicinal remedy for humans, who have used it for centuries, if not millennia.

The strong antioxidant and infection-fighting properties of propolis are immediately related to the biologically active compounds in it. These are known as polyphenols and flavonoids and have been shown by science to have a demonstrable effect on bacteria, fungi and viruses. Astonishingly, propolis contains 500 times more flavonoids than are to be found in oranges, for example.

Recent research indicates that propolis has a direct, positive effect on the immune system and is in fact a powerful natural anti-inflammatory.  This makes it ideal for upper respiratory tract infections.

As well, exciting new research suggests that propolis may also help treat arthritis.

Health Canada has given its formal approval to St. Francis Herb Farm’s product, “Propolis” (NPN 80013002). While there is much research yet to be done on the therapeutic qualities of this outstanding natural product, for the present Health Canada has officially endorsed the following uses:

• Traditionally used in Herbal Medicine to help relieve sore throat and/or other mouth and throat infections.
• Traditionally used in Herbal Medicine to help relieve mucous membrane inflammations of the mouth and/or throat.