Bee pollen: beneficial properties, how to take pollen

The beneficial properties of this product are mentioned in all holy books - the Bible, Koran, Torah. The ancient Greeks called it the elixir of beauty and believed that it prolongs life, and the great Hippocrates treated many diseases with it. The Romans, going to battle, took with them this miraculous remedy that could restore strength in battle. And Victoria Beckham believes that she owes her magnificent appearance solely to it - bee pollen, which can only be compared with honey in its beneficial properties. However, according to some indicators, pollen will give a hundred points ahead to the main beekeeping product!

Bee pollen: what is it?

What is bee pollen or pollen, as it is also called, and why is it interesting? It is necessary to distinguish between the concepts of “flower pollen” and “bee pollen”: the second is plant grains already processed by bees. Crawling into the flower of a plant to obtain nectar, the hardworking bee simultaneously “collects” grains of pollen on its hairy body. Having carefully cleaned off the powder, the insect glues it with its saliva with nectar and places it in “baskets” placed on its hind legs. The bees then bring the pollen back to their hive and seal it in the comb with wax. Here miracles begin to happen with pollen: the fermentation of enzymes, honey and lactic acid bacteria results in a new healthy product - bee bread, which is essentially a derivative of pollen.

This is interesting! The small lump on a bee's leg is mistakenly called a pollen grain. In fact, pollen grains are much smaller: a lump of pollen can contain up to 5 million of these grains, glued together with bee saliva. One pollen weighs approximately 15 mg, the bee flies out for nectar up to 12 times a day. Thus, each individual brings up to 200 mg of pollen daily to the hive during summer.

Bee pollen is a product of the activity of bees, grains of pollen with nectar, processed with bee secretions. For insects, bee pollen is a valuable source of protein food, which feeds growing larvae, queen bees and drones.

And for people, pollen is a product rich in important microelements and vitamins, the consumption of which benefits the entire body. Therefore, beekeepers came up with a special device for collecting bee pollen: when a bee flies up to the hive, it “drops” a lump into the compartment provided for this. Of course, people do not take all the product from insects, but only the excess, so that the bees still have reserves for wintering.

Contraindications to the use of bee pollen

In some conditions, the beneficial properties of pollen can cause absolute harm. It cannot be used:

if you are allergic to honey, propolis, and especially to bee stings, in these cases pollen can cause a wide range of unpleasant consequences, including anaphylactic shock;
during lactation - the risk of allergies in the child is too high;
while taking strong medications and concentrated herbal infusions, the product may neutralize their effect or enhance it too much;
if you are allergic to pollen from specific plants, pollen may contain the most dangerous allergen.

Pregnant women should be careful when handling pollen as it can cause serious harm. You should not offer pollen to small children under 4 years old - this can lead to allergies, and besides...

Appearance and taste of the product

Small multi-colored granules the size of a grain of buckwheat - this is what bee pollen looks like. The variety of colors depends on the flowers of the plant that served as the source: shades vary from soft yellow to brown and even deep purple. For example, acacia pollen is white, collected from buckwheat is yellow, pear pollen is reddish, and pollen from clover has a brown tint.

Bee pollen has a pleasant floral scent. The taste is not pronounced, with a slight bitterness. There is often a sweet aftertaste. Dense granules are difficult to rub between your fingers.

Bee pollen: application

The list of useful properties of the product in question is so long that it suggests a wide range of areas of application.

But, of course, bee pollen is primarily interesting from a medical point of view. After all, so many useful components and a proven therapeutic effect cannot be ignored.

Medicine

The product is used to treat and restore the body in cases of acute respiratory infections. Pollen is good for restoring and strengthening the immune system. This product is often used to improve brain function, strengthen the nervous system and blood vessels. Use the beneficial properties of bee pollen to combat diseases of the gastrointestinal tract. A good product for improving the condition of diseases of joint and bone tissue. Used to recover from injuries and stress. The product can help if it is necessary to improve the functioning of the endocrine system. Bee pollen is given to adults and children with weakened immune systems. This is an excellent remedy for restoring and strengthening women's and men's health.

For older people, pollen is useful for improving memory, preventing the development of sclerosis, stroke, and heart attack.

Attention! This product should be consumed in moderation. Exceeding the norm threatens the development of an allergic reaction and overstimulation of the nervous system.

Cosmetology

Bee pollen is also used in cosmetology. A huge number of cosmetic products today contain this component. The thing is that pollen has a literally magical effect on the skin. Cosmetics based on bee pollen smooth out wrinkles, relieve inflammation, prevent the formation of acne and significantly reduce acne. Creams and masks with the addition of this component successfully cope with other skin defects and create reliable protection against tissue aging.

Bee pollen is also added to hair cosmetics. The component nourishes, restores and protects the hair shaft. Shampoos, balms, masks and other hair care products containing bee pollen are effective for restoring growth, improving structure, and increasing hair volume. Such products create a natural shine and pleasant texture of curls. With the help of masks and shampoos based on bee pollen, you can get rid of excess oily scalp, seborrhea, and restore the activity of hair follicles.

For weight loss

Bee pollen is used for weight loss. Despite the fact that this bee product is considered quite nutritious, it is widely used for weight loss. There is no secret here. The fact is that bee pollen helps improve metabolism. By accelerating metabolism, this product promotes gentle and safe weight loss. Pollen also helps to “expel” excess fluid from the body and maintain the balance of substances necessary for a healthy existence.

Pregnancy and lactation

During pregnancy and lactation, this beekeeping product is not contraindicated. But you need to consult a doctor! The fact is that bee pollen helps to increase the amount of milk in a nursing woman, as well as enrich it with valuable substances. For pregnant women, this product helps replenish the deficiency of essential microelements and provide the body with the necessary support. In this case, bee pollen can be called a natural vitamin complex, which easily replaces pharmaceutical preparations of a similar nature. However, due to the risks of developing a serious allergic reaction, such “vitamins” cannot be eaten by all pregnant women, and even more so, they are not suitable for every nursing mother. Therefore, you need to approach the choice of such a prophylactic agent with caution.

When playing sports

Bee pollen is very useful for athletes! The product is especially appreciated by those who are interested in or professionally engage in strength sports. This beekeeping product is rich in healthy proteins. And also a huge amount of vitamins and minerals make bee pollen an irreplaceable and useful source of strength and health. It is very useful to take during active strength training to build muscle mass and maintain tissue health.

Composition and characteristics of bee pollen

In 1940, Czech academicians Jan Geitmanek and Jaroslav Svoboda carefully studied the composition of bee pollen. Scientists have discovered that each speck of flower dust contains many substances valuable to the body. Numerous studies by Czech academicians have proven that pollen contains all the elements necessary for the functioning of human and animal organisms. In total, this product contains more than 250 biologically active substances, and some of them have no analogues in nature.

On a note. Bee pollen cannot be synthesized in the laboratory. Not a single attempt by scientists was crowned with success: as soon as they tried to feed the bee with artificial pollen identical to natural pollen, the insect died.

The approximate composition of pollen is as follows (per 100 g):

water 20-30 g;
dry matter – 70-80 g;
protein (crude protein) – from 7-8 to 37 g. Proteins are a source of essential amino acids that the body does not produce on its own. In terms of the content of these substances, pollen surpasses even milk, the protein of which is considered the most saturated! The most protein is found in the pollen of cornflower, plum, and clover. For comparison: 100 g of pollen contains the same amount of amino acids as 500 g of beef or seven chicken eggs;
carbohydrates - from 20 to 39 g (including fructose 19.5 g, glucose 14.1 g). Other components are maltose, sucrose, several polysaccharides - pectin, fiber, starch;
lipids (fats and fat-like substances) - from 1.3 to 20 g. Linoleic acid reduces cholesterol levels in the blood, and phytosterols help remove excess cholesterol from the body. Phospholipids regulate metabolic processes in cells and protect the liver from fatty deposits. The “fattest” pollen comes from dandelion, various types of willow;
trace elements (calcium, sulfur, titanium, chlorine, manganese, silver, iron, palladium, potassium, vanadium, zinc, copper, cobalt, phosphorus, arsenic, platinum, gold, magnesium, silicon, iridium, tin, tungsten): 1-5 .5 g. Using spectral analysis, scientists recently discovered that pollen contains cadmium and strontium. Together, these chemicals in microdoses stimulate the flow of biochemical processes in the body;
phytohormones, enzymes, phenolic compounds – in small quantities;
flavonoids improve the condition of blood vessels, protect against the effects of radiation and have a bile- and diuretic effect.

Nutritional value – 200-215 Kcal per 100 g of dry pollen.

The chemical composition of pollen is rich in vitamins, the content of which, according to the results obtained by the Vitamin Research Institute, is as follows.

Vitamins	In mg
Carotene A	0,7-212
Thiamine B1	0,55-1,5
Riboflavin B2	0,5-2,2
Vitamins B5, PP (nicotinic acid)	1,3-2,1
Pantothenic acid B3	0,32-5
Pyridoxine B6	0,3-0,9
Inositol B8	188-290
Folic acid B9	0,3-0,7
Biotin H	0,06-0,6
Ascorbic acid C	1,4-3,6
Vitamin D	0,2-0,6
Tocopherol E	0,5-170
Flavonoids P	1,7-2,5

The amount of trace elements and other beneficial substances in pollen varies depending on the plant from which the bees collected it, the time and place of collection. The most valuable pollen is from the flowers of fruit trees, maples, and herbs. For example, the highest protein content is in the flowers of plum trees, St. John's wort, willow and aster. And the amount of amino acids in pollen brought to the hive in the spring is much higher than in the summer product.

This is interesting! Pollen is more useful than mechanically collected flower pollen, as it is enriched with bee enzymes and is therefore much easier to digest. Bee pollen collected from acacia or lily contains 20 times more carotenoids than carrots, and the amount of B vitamins exceeds their content in green fruits and vegetables. There are more amino acids in pollen than in the foods richest in these substances.

Chemical composition of bee pollen

The composition of one of the most famous apitherapy agents, bee pollen, is determined by the source of the plant's inflorescences and geographical origin, as well as other factors such as climatic conditions, soil type, race and activity of bees.

The complete biological system includes:

30 percent digestible carbohydrates;
26%!c(MISSING)sugars (mainly fructose and glucose);
23%!b(MISSING)tree (also 10%!n(MISSING)essential amino acids);
5 percent lipids (including essential fatty acids);
2%!f(MISSING)enol compounds (also plant pigments);
1.6 percent minerals (calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, sodium, potassium, iron, copper, zinc, manganese, silicon and selenium);
0.6%!in(MISSING)odosoluble vitamins and acids (including B1, B2, B6 and C);
0.1%!f(MISSING) and soluble vitamins (including vitamins A, E and D).

Each plant has a unique pollen quality. The pollen from clover flowers is rich in protein compounds, while buckwheat is rich in phospholipids. The combined collection has a proportionate consistency of a protein vitamin mixture.

Benefits of bee pollen

Being a highly nutritious food for larvae, bee pollen ensures rapid growth and harmonious development of insects, which are one of the most advanced species in the animal world. The benefits of taking bee pollen are no less significant for the human body. This product has a number of healing properties:

Supports the functioning of the heart muscle;
Has a beneficial effect on blood vessels, their strength and elasticity;
Helps remove cholesterol and burn excess fat deposits;
Accelerates metabolic processes, normalizes the functioning of the liver, kidneys, and urinary system;
Helps with problems in the sexual sphere: impotence, prostatitis, infertility (both male and female);
Stimulates the functioning of the immune system, actively fights various types of inflammatory processes, suppresses the growth of cancer cells;
Normalizes the functioning of the central nervous system, relieves nervous tension, helps fight neuroses and depressive conditions.

Important! The beneficial properties of bee pollen include its ability to quickly increase hemoglobin and thereby improve blood composition. This product is also widely used in cosmetology as a means of stimulating metabolism and rejuvenation.

Bee product for children

Pollen, being a healing natural product, is of particular importance in the treatment and prevention of various types of childhood diseases:

A wide range of minerals and vitamins provides the child’s body with a maximum of metabolically beneficial components necessary for growth and development;
Bee pollen is a natural source of vitamin P (rutin), necessary for the good condition of blood vessels and heart muscle;
The content of natural antibiotics in pollen provides, when taken regularly, maximum protection for the child’s body, whose immunity is not yet fully formed;
A child who constantly takes bee pollen has a well-formed skeletal system, and his mental development is ahead of his peers. Such a baby does not suffer from dystrophy or obesity;
The nervous system of children who take bee products is stronger and more stable; such children eat and sleep normally and are less likely to be overexcited.

Important! Pollen preparations still have some contraindications, and they also have allergenic properties, like a product of plant origin. In addition, the child dose is much less than the adult dose and can be adjusted depending on individual health conditions. Therefore, consultation with a pediatrician and apitherapist is mandatory.

Contraindications for taking this product

Treatment with bee pollen should be started with caution - the product is of plant origin and may have an allergenic effect. Other conditions where pollen is contraindicated include:

Individual intolerance;
Diabetes;
Children's age up to 12 months. (respectively - for nursing mothers).

Important! Bee pollen is a powerful biostimulant, so people with chronic somatic diseases or infections in the acute stage should consult a doctor. It is not recommended to take pollen shortly before bed, as it has some stimulating effects.

Why should men take pollen?

Sexual impotence and loss of libido are problems that men find difficult to admit even to themselves. Fatty acids and a vitamin complex contained in bee pollen will help gradually restore male strength, and also cope with stress and fatigue, which are often the root cause of impotence. Moreover, with the help of pollen you can fight infertility: pollen improves the viability of sperm, thereby increasing the chances of fertilization.

Another serious male problem is inflammation of the prostate gland. Scientists at the University of Wales conducted research on the effectiveness of taking pollen to combat prostatitis. The tests showed stunning results: the subjects had a decrease in the number of urges to urinate at night and discomfort in the prostate, and the tendency to narrow it decreased. The effectiveness of pollen in the treatment of inflammation of the prostate gland was experimentally proven by Swedish doctors Erik Aska Upmarka (Uppsala University) and Guest Johnson (Urology Department of Lund University Hospital).

Important! Regular intake of pollen in recommended doses can get rid of prostatitis completely, and not just delay the time of going to the surgeon. In addition, consumption of pollen will serve as a preventive measure against cell mutations that lead to prostate cancer. However, if you have prostate adenoma, you should not use the product!

Indications for use

Pollen treatment is widely used in medicine. It is recommended for:

colds, viruses;
problems with the digestive system;
diseases of the cardiovascular and nervous systems;
memory loss, headache, menopausal syndrome;
endocrine system disorders;
liver problems;
conjunctivitis and other eye diseases;
lung problems;
asthma;
sexual impotence, prostatitis, infertility and adenoma in men;
problems with the urinary system;
consequences of radioactive exposure.

The use of honey compress for various diseases

Pollen is a good antitumor agent. It is recommended for benign formations and for certain types of malignant ones. Pollen contains a lot of zinc, so it restores the condition of skin, hair and nails. It is used for hangovers and helps relieve them. Improves mood, relieves irritability, which often allows you to reduce the dose of recommended antidepressants.

Pollen for women - a recipe for beauty and health

For the female body, pollen is a real panacea. This natural remedy, rich in provitamin A, is one of the most effective for skin care (pollen is used for anti-aging masks) and to activate hair growth. By accelerating metabolism and normalizing the gastrointestinal tract, pollen promotes healthy and effective weight loss.

Taking bee pollen during menstruation is beneficial: the iron contained in the product promotes hematopoiesis. To improve lactation and enrich milk with vitamins, nursing mothers take it. During menopause, this product, containing vitamin B6, helps normalize hormonal levels, reduce anxiety and nervous tension.

Thanks to vitamin E, reproduction improves, follicles actively mature - a woman’s chances of becoming pregnant increase. And vitamin B9 prevents the occurrence of pathologies in a pregnant child. Magnesium in bee pollen supports all biological and chemical processes of the body - it is so often lacking in pregnant women. And in the postpartum period, thanks to pollen, the woman’s body recovers faster.

Attention! The introduction of bee pollen as a dietary supplement for pregnant women and nursing mothers must be approved by a doctor!

What else is bee pollen good for men?

Bee pollen is a unique storehouse of useful substances. The use of this natural product has the following effect on the male body:

strengthens the immune system and increases the body’s ability to resist viral and colds;
improves blood circulation;
restores metabolism;
prevents the development of cardiovascular diseases;
reduces cholesterol levels;
helps burn fat deposits and so on.

How to take bee pollen correctly?

The pollen is used both undiluted (it is poured onto the mucous membrane under the tongue and slowly dissolved) and mixed with honey (1 teaspoon of the product for the same amount of honey). The product should be taken 15-30 minutes before meals, no more than 2 times a day, the first time on an empty stomach. Do not drink water after use. The dosage depends on the age and physiological characteristics of the person.

adults – from 10 to 20 g, divided by 2 times;
adolescents from 14 years old – up to 9 years;
children from 3 years to 7 – 4-5 g (from a third to a half teaspoon);
children from 7 to 13 – 6-7 g (2/3 teaspoon);
for the purpose of prevention, the product is taken for a month with a two to three month break.

Attention! The last intake of pollen should be no later than 3 hours before bedtime: the product has a tonic effect. Children under 3 years old should not consume bee pollen.

Bee pollen in bodybuilding and sports

Perga is a natural anabolic steroid. The product of plant origin contains a number of protein compounds that are easily absorbed by the body by 95-98%. Due to this effect, it is actively used to increase muscle mass. The product is a source of amino acids, increases physical strength and endurance, accelerates the recovery process after heavy strength training and cardio exercise. Plant proteins improve the contractility of muscle tissue.

To accelerate the growth of skeletal muscles, athletes and bodybuilders are recommended to prepare an energy mixture of 50 g of bee bread and 250 ml of flower honey. The ingredients are mixed until smooth and left in a dark place for 5 days. Use 1 tbsp. l. 2 times a day before meals.

The unique chemical composition of pollen allows it to be effectively used for cosmetic purposes

Contraindications for use

Despite the great value of pollen, there are contraindications to taking it. The prohibition applies to the following conditions:

seasonal hay fever is an allergic reaction to the pollen of certain plants. (However, sometimes this disease is treated with pollen: pollen treated with enzymes contains a substance that destroys allergens - quercetin);
allergies to bee enzymes and products;
bleeding disorders;
diabetes;
as well as children under 3 years of age.

Remember! You can eat pollen only in quantities recommended by your doctor. Exceeding the dosage can lead to hypervitaminosis or poisoning.

Possible contraindications

Pollen is not recommended for people prone to allergic reactions to bee products. If its use is necessary, then a specialist should recommend a dosage in accordance with the characteristics of the body. In these cases, use begins with a small amount, which increases in the absence of side effects. The occurrence of rashes and itching should be a reason to stop taking it.

Allergic

The daily dose recommended for use should not exceed five grams. People who should avoid pollen should:

prone to bleeding (the product reduces blood clotting);
those suffering from diabetes (appointment is possible only under the supervision of a specialist);
with an acute infectious disease;
with oncology;
with high blood pressure;
with increased excitability of the nervous system.

It is not recommended to take pollen after 19-20 hours, as it has a tonic effect and can cause disruption of healthy sleep. The product should not be used by children under 3 years of age, and at older ages it should be taken with caution.

Pollen is a unique product that allows you to get rid of many diseases. It is especially good for treating male problems. It must be remembered that the use of the product should be carried out strictly under the supervision of a specialist for people with certain diseases; in other cases, pollen should be consumed in accordance with the recommended dosage. That’s all, now it’s clear how bee pollen is beneficial for men.

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Since ancient times, people have used beekeeping products for treatment and have long appreciated flower pollen for its ability to maintain strength, heal diseases and restore health, give vigor and joy of life at any age. Extreme nutritional value, richness of vitamin and mineral composition - this is what makes flower pollen an indispensable means of treating and preventing diseases.

Features of selection and storage of pollen

To buy high-quality bee pollen, you should purchase it from a store that specializes in beekeeping products. The beneficial properties of pollen will last longer if you place it in a dry glass jar and close it tightly. Pollen should be stored in a cool place, away from the sun. Storage temperature is from 1 to 15-19⁰C, humidity is not higher than 20%.

Under these storage conditions, bee pollen will be suitable for consumption for 2 years. If you combine pollen with honey, the shelf life will increase to 3 years.

Pine pollen for men

3 Benefits of Pine Pollen for Men

Pine pollen is one of the most powerful dietary supplements a person can take! Pine pollen is especially important for those who want to improve their performance (example in the gym) and testosterone levels, increase libido (sex drive) or simply improve overall health.

What is pine pollen?

Pine pollen is pollen from the pine tree and is used in Chinese medicine for its many properties. Health preparations and food products are made from it. Pollen is collected from mature pine trees. Because of its role in pine tree reproduction, pine pollen contains potent phytoandrogens that stimulate growth and hormonal activity in both plants and humans.

Pine Pollen has over 200 bioavailable nutrients, including vitamins, minerals, enzymes, antioxidants, and natural phytoandrogens (DHEA, testosterone, androstenedione, and androsterone) per serving.

Because pine pollen is a natural food and not a synthetic chemical substitute like most bodybuilding supplements, all nutrients are easily recognized by the body, making pine pollen incredibly easy to digest and absorb.

3 Reasons Why All Men Should Use Pine Pollen

Reason #1: aging

Research has shown that pine pollen may be one of the most powerful anti-aging foods by improving immune function and reducing systemic inflammation, which often leads to cellular oxidation.

Some of the antioxidant properties of pine pollen that may slow down the aging process include:

Increased levels of superoxide dismutase (SOD) play a key role in reducing oxidative stress in vivo.
Increasing glutathione levels helps detoxify environmental pollutants and oxidative stress in the body.
Natural androgens in pine pollen promote lean muscle growth and improve skin health and smoothness.

Pine pollen reduces the accumulation of lipofuscin, which affects the heart, brain and liver.

Lipofuscin is the end product of oxidation within cellular lipids and proteins. It is also known as the “aging pigment” because it accumulates with age in non-dividing cells, especially in large neurons and areas of the brain responsible for motor functions. To slow down the development of age-related diseases, you need to consume pine pollen.

Reason #2: Increased sex drive and libido

Pine pollen is best known for being one of the only foods that contain naturally occurring phytoandrogens that are almost chemically identical to those produced by the human body.

As mentioned earlier, pine pollen contains bioavailable forms of androstenedione, testosterone, DHEA (dehydroepiandrosterone), androsterone and a wide range of other phytosteroid compounds that, unlike synthetic steroids, are natural and will not have negative effects on the testicles!

These anabolic compounds not only help build muscle mass, but also:

Help increase sexual desire and libido.
Use in large doses (3 grams or more, i.e. 6 tablets or more) can be an indicator of a good state of potency in men and will lead to full, regular nighttime erections.
Promotes optimal testicular and prostate health.
Helps in excretion of excess estrogen and speeds up metabolism by burning excess fat.

Reason #3: Pine Pollen Naturally Boosts Testosterone and Promotes Muscle Growth

Too much estrogen is the enemy of men everywhere. Not only will too much estrogen make you cry while watching Saving Private Ryan (the movie), it can also block your testosterone and throw your hormonal balance out of whack.

This can lead to increased body fat (beer bellies), gynecomastia (human-like diseases) and endocrine system problems, which can dramatically affect a person's health and ability to build and maintain muscle.

Pine pollen contains many compounds that help the body detoxify these hormones and help restore a person's natural hormonal balance.

Additionally, when combined with regular strength training, natural phytoandrogens can support muscle growth and help improve strength and performance.

This is perhaps the most common reason we see men consuming pine pollen. Pine Pollen is a great supplement for bodybuilders looking for a natural alternative to steroids and looking to maximize their gains and performance.

What is the best way for men to reap the benefits of pine pollen?

Pine pollen comes in several forms: tablets and powder.

Pine pollen tablets and powders are for those interested in overall health benefits and are generally the best and cheapest options. Pine pollen tablets are obviously the easiest way to consume it since all you have to do is swallow.

Pine pollen powder is also a great way to consume and will definitely provide everything you need to feel good. However, the powder must be mixed with tea, coffee, water or added to a cocktail.

The last thing you need to know when choosing the best pine pollen dosage is the type and form you want to use, i.e. tablets or powder.

Again, pine pollen is one of the best, if not the best, superfoods a person can have in their diet. Not only does it provide the body with a crazy amount of micronutrients, but it also contains natural phytoandrogens like testosterone, which can help a person build muscle, lose fat, and get ready to raise the flag every morning!

Basic recommendations for pollen dosage

Tablets: 4 to 6 per day (men);

But all these are recommendations for starting to take it, and only you can choose the optimal dosage for yourself based on how you feel in the future. Buy pollen ⇐⇐⇐