Bee Pollen
Bee Pollen questions and answers
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Q: Bee Pollen?
Has anyone been taking bee pollen? Just curious what your experience is with this, How long have you been taking it, how much a day, what kind do you take,and what has it done for you?
A: I haven't taken it, but please, do not buy it from BEE ROYAL. they totally scammed me on makeup that sucks! It provides no coverage and covered my skin in acne. Plus it's extremely expensive. I lost over $150 in crappy products
Q: Does taking bee pollen really work for getting rid of allergies?
I've read this online, but I would like to know if anyone has taken it and if it worked. I'm aware that the bee pollen would have to be local.
So, does it work???
A: It works if it works, is the straight answer. Some people find it works for them, some people don't. I keep bees, and get a lot of people coming to me for local honey for their hayfever, and most of them reckon it works.
The theory is that bee pollen helps against hay-fever because, by eating the pollen that might be causing the allergy, your body gets used to the pollen, and your immune system (the allergy is an over-reaction of the immune system) starts behaving itself again. If this theory is right, then local pollen, or honey, which has traces of pollen in it, should do the trick.
The problem with that is that hay-fever pollen is spread by wind, not by bees. Hay-fever pollen is typically grass pollen, whereas bee pollen comes from flowers. If they're different types of pollen, from different sorts of plants, how can eating it help? Especially as the process of eating it breaks it down very quickly, like any other sort of food. After all, if eating stuff makes you immune to it, how come people get food poisoning?
The answer to that is we don't know. That's not surprising - the immune system is hideously complicated, and varies from person to person, and within each person it changes over time. We don't even know what it is in the pollen that causes the allergy - ordinary allergy remedies change the symptoms, not the cause - so we've no way to tell whether the theory is right.
It may be that there's something in pollen, of whatever sort, that affects the immune system in a way we don't know. At least, some people's immune systems. Not only that, but we're also familiar with the placebo effect - just by doing something that you think might help is, in itself, helpful, even if there's no obvious reason why it should be.
In short, not everything works for everybody, but if it works for you then yes, it really works.
Q: Where in the Brooklyn area can I get good bee pollen to purchase?
I just read about the amazing powers of bee pollen. Is there any website with specific information on how to use bee pollen for health & beauty, longevity and infertility problems?
A: Here are some. Or just look under 'health foods' in your yellow pages.
Q: What does my body benefit from bee pollen?
Before I take, please let me know what benefits my body will have if I start taking bee pollen.
A: A lot of energy. Bee pollen is high in vitamin B (no joke intended) and is mostly used as energy booster.
Q: If I have a deadly allergy to a bee sting, can I still take bee pollen or eat raw local honey for allergies?
I have a deadly allergy to bee stings and carry an epi-pen everywhere I go. I've been told that I should never consume raw honey because of this allergy. Separately, however, I learned that taking local bee pollen or consuming raw local honey would help with my awful allergies (I take sudafed on a daily basis year-round). Can I take bee pollen or consume raw local honey? If not, is there another natural, herbal or homeopathic option for me?
A: NO..pollen helps for plant allergies ..not bee alergies I dont know if bee products like honey would hurt you ..I doubt it but ask your doctor
Q: Bee pollen for appetite supressant; does it work?
Does bee pollen work for most people to help curb food cravings;
what are the side effects if any of using bee pollen?
A: YES !
From the very first dose you will begin to understand why Bee pollen is clearly the biggest advancement in fat loss to date. Within minutes of your first dose you should begin to feel an unbelievable boost in energy and a feeling of becoming more mentally alert and focused. Soon after that you should begin to notice a pleasant warming sensation throughout your body. This is a good sign and an indication of the initial stages of thermogenesis (the creation of heat, leading to the burning of calories and body fat).
Q: Which is better for allergies, local honey or bee pollen granules?
I've been giving my child honey to build up immunity to allergens, and now just heard about using bee pollen, but it seems more complicated.
Any feedback? He's 5.
The reason I'm not going to an allergist is because they just want to put our kids on all sorts of prescriptions. I'm not ready to do that right now for a little sniffle here and there, but I'd like to protect him from having his allergies worse.
A: either is fine, the important thing is that the product is local, harvested within 10 miles of where you live, or as close a possible.
Q: Is bee pollen good for your skin?
I heard that if you put bee pollen over spots on your face that they would go away... Is this true?
A: No, pollen doesn't come from bees, but from flowers. It is usually crusted with germs and it will usually make skin worse. Besides, a lot of people are alergic to pollen.
Q: Can bee pollen substitue for a multi-vitamin?
I've read that bee pollen has all the nutrients needed in a day. Can bee pollen tablets take the place of a daily multi-vitamin or is it better to take both?
A: NO please be super careful trying that product. I know it sounds really great, but a lot of people are allergic to pollen. And even bee's for that matter. Best to check it by your doctor. Trust me; I’ve messed up trying new things and even herbs. (which my dad has been into for years)
Good luck, please be careful.
Q: Has anyone taken bee pollen for allergies?
My husband has horrible allergies. Someone told us to buy local bee pollen for it. Has this worked for anyone? thanks!
A: i have heard of it, never tried it. you are supposed to use honey from your area. i've heard it really works
Q: Would bee pollen supplements cause blocked Eustachian Tubes?
I have never suffered from hay fever and am not suffering from it now. I got a cold before Christmas and after New Year found I had an ear infection (fluid behind eardrums). Somewhere in between, I started taking bee pollen supplements. The doctor has told me my Eustachian tubes are blocked. What caused this? The cold or the bee pollen? My nose is not blocked or running and my eyes are fine.
A: No the bee pollen is not the cause, it is the cold. Mucos and inflamation cause the blockage. Dry up the tubes by taking antihistimine like Benadryl, or allery medicine. I take the Benadryl at night cause it can make you sleepy. Once you dry it up the swelling will go down and your ears should go back to normal in a week or two?
If you have pain in ears...go see a ear nose throat doctor.
Q: Is there other types of pollen that you can eat besides bee pollen?
Once at a festival this health foods store had a booth that carried honeycombs and local pollen. The pollen was soft and blan tasting but dissovled instantly in your mouth. I cant seem to find it anywhere. They explained how it helped you with your allergies and that its best when its local in your area pollen. Hopefully you guys can help out. Thanks a bunch!
A: Take LOCAL HONEY-this has bee pollen in it. Most local fruit stands and little country stores carry it. Go to the town hall in your town and ask for bee keepers-they will direct you to people who gather honey.
Q: How do you eat bee pollen or jelly to boost energy?
I've heard that these are "miracle" products that can boost your energy and even make pregnant women have no morning sickness. How do you take it? And where can I get it?
By the way, I'm not pregnant. It was just something that I read and was curious about. Thanks for all the great answers so far!
A: Bee pollen is great for energy. It is a much better source of protein than whey and has more protien pound for pound than a steak. It has complex carbs to feed your muscles and add energy. Plus it is very high in B vitamins that are needed by your body to make energy. It has also been shown to be a libido enhancer for men. It could be because the pollen is collected from the "male" part of the plants.
Royal jelly has the highest natural source of vitamin B5 and biotin. These B vitamins are responsible for healthy skin. hair and nails. It has collagen to help repair cartillage damage. It has RNA and DNA the "precursers to life". It has been shown to naturally increase hormone levels in both men and women.
You should read the book written by Dr.Cass Ingram called "The Longevity Solutiuon". It has a lot of information in it. As for calling them "miracle" products, I don't know about that, but they are probably the best natural product, because they are so packed full of vitamins and mineral. You would be hard pressed to find another food that has as many nutrients.
If you are considering royal jelly or bee pollen? I would recommend getting it fresh and not freeze dried. My personal observation has been that the freeze dried does not seem to be as affective as the fresh liquid royal jelly and unprocessed bee pollen. The best place to find it is at beeroyalproducts.com.
To take fresh royal jelly, you eat a spoonful (bee royal sends a spoon that is the proper serving size) in the monrning on an empty stomach. It is very bitter so drink a little orange juice and the taste will immediatley go away. DO NOT drink or eat anything hot for 20 minutes after taking it.
Bee pollen can be taken by a teaspoon (start out in smaller doses because some people get an upset stomach because they are not used to the high ammounts of nutrients and need to become acclimated to it). You can sprinkle it on cereal or mix it in your favorite smoothie.
I hope I helped. There is so much more information I could give but then the post would be to long.
Sorry about the spelling but the spell check is not working.
Q: What are the benefits of eating raw bee pollen?
I heard it's good for you but I'm not exactly sure what it does for you?
A: The breakdown depends on the collection location and the season. The inborn instinct of the bee is to collect the highest quality. From "Bee Pollen and your Health" by Carlson Wade, 1978, the breakdown can include (apart from pure life energy):
Vitamins Minerals Enzymes / Co-Enzymes
Provitamin A Calcium Amylase
B-1 Thiamine Phosphorus Diastase
B-2 Riboflavin Potassium Saccharase
B-3 Niacin Sulphur Pectase
B-6 Pyridoxine Sodium Phosphatase
Panthothenic acid Chlorine Catalase
Biotin Magnesium Disphorase
B-12 Iron Cozymase
Folic Acid Manganese Cytochrome systems
Choline Copper Lactic dehydrogenase
Inositol Iodine Succinic dehydrogenase
Vitamic C Zinc 24-Oxidoreductases
Vitamin D Silicon 21-Transferases
Vitamin E Molybedenum 33-Hydrolases
Vitamin K Boron 11-Lyases
Rutin Titanium 5-Isomerases
Pepsin
Trypson
Protein / Amino Acids Other
Isoleucine Nucleic acids Hypoxalthin
Leucine Flavonoids Nuclein
Lysine Phenolic acids Amines
Methionine Tarpenes Lecithin
Phenylalanien Nucleosides Zanthophylls
Threonine Auxins Crocetin
Tryptophan Fructose Zeaxanthin
Valine Glucose Lycopene
Histidine Brassins Hexodencal
Arginine Gibberellins Alpha-amino-butyric acid
Cystine Kinins Monoglycerides
Tyrosine Vernine Monglycerides
Alanine Guanine Triglycerides
Aspartic acid Xanthine Pentosans
Glutamic acid
Hydroxyproline
Proline
Serine
Q: Has anyone fed bee pollen as a supplement to pregnant mares, or know of any adverse reactions?
I've been doing some reading and am getting mixed results.
A: I haven't, but I guess my question would be, with all the excellent known and proven supplements out there, why would you want to add something that has mixed reviews?
I would honestly just stay safe with things you know work and aren't harmful.
Good luck with your baby tho :)