{"id":3326,"date":"2021-04-06T08:46:00","date_gmt":"2021-04-06T06:46:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/flow.bg\/?p=3326"},"modified":"2021-09-11T10:21:14","modified_gmt":"2021-09-11T08:21:14","slug":"%d1%82%d0%be%d0%bf-11-%d0%bf%d0%be%d0%bb%d0%b7%d0%b8-%d0%b7%d0%b0-%d0%b7%d0%b4%d1%80%d0%b0%d0%b2%d0%b5%d1%82%d0%be-%d0%be%d1%82-%d0%bf%d1%87%d0%b5%d0%bb%d0%bd%d0%b8%d1%8f-%d0%bf%d1%80%d0%b0%d1%88","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/flow.bg\/en\/%D1%82%D0%BE%D0%BF-11-%D0%BF%D0%BE%D0%BB%D0%B7%D0%B8-%D0%B7%D0%B0-%D0%B7%D0%B4%D1%80%D0%B0%D0%B2%D0%B5%D1%82%D0%BE-%D0%BE%D1%82-%D0%BF%D1%87%D0%B5%D0%BB%D0%BD%D0%B8%D1%8F-%D0%BF%D1%80%D0%B0%D1%88\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 11 Health Benefits of Bee Pollen"},"content":{"rendered":"

Top 11 Health Benefits of Bee Pollen<\/strong><\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Bee pollen is a mixture of pollen, nectar, enzymes, honey, wax and bee secretion.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Bees collect pollen from plants and transport it to the hive where it is stored and used as food for the colony.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Bee pollen should not be confused with other bee products such as honey, royal jelly or honeycomb. These products may not contain pollen or other substances.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Recently, bee pollen has gained popularity in the health community because it is loaded with nutrients, amino acids, vitamins, lipids and over 250 active substances.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Many studies point to the health effects of bee pollen and show promising results.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Here are 11 health benefits of bee pollen:<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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  1. Impressive nutritional profile with more than 250 active substances<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

    Bee pollen boasts an impressive nutritional profile.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

    It contains over 250 biologically active substances, including proteins, carbohydrates, lipids, fatty acids, vitamins, minerals, enzymes and antioxidants.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

    A bee pollen granule consists of approximately:<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

    Carb: 40%<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

    Protein: 35%<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

    Water: 4\u201310%<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

    Fat: 5%<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

    Other substances: 5\u201315%<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

    The latter category includes vitamins, minerals, antibiotics and antioxidants.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

    However, the nutritional content of pollen depends on the plant source and the season it is collected.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

    For example, studies have shown that bee pollen collected from pine plants has approximately 7% protein, while pollen collected from date palms is closer to 35% protein.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

    In addition, bee pollen collected in spring has a significantly different amino acid composition than pollen collected in summer.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

    2. High content of antioxidants protects against free radicals and chronic diseases<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

    Bee pollen is loaded with a wide variety of antioxidants, including flavonoids, carotenoids, quercetin, kaempferol, and glutathione.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

    Antioxidants protect your body from potentially harmful molecules called free radicals. Free radical damage is linked to chronic diseases such as cancer and type 2 diabetes.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

    Research shows that bee pollen antioxidants can reduce chronic inflammation, eliminate harmful bacteria, fight infections, and fight the growth and spread of tumors.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

    However, the antioxidant content of bee pollen also depends on its plant source.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

    Unless the label specifically states a plant source, it can be difficult to determine where your bee pollen came from.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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    3. May reduce heart disease risk factors such as high blood lipids and cholesterol<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

    Heart disease is the leading cause of death worldwide.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

    Both high blood lipids and high blood cholesterol are associated with an increased risk of heart disease. Interestingly, bee pollen can reduce these risk factors.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

    For example, animal studies show that bee pollen extracts can lower blood cholesterol levels, especially "bad" LDL cholesterol.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

    In people with myopia caused by clogged arteries, bee pollen supplements lower blood cholesterol levels, which increases their field of vision.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

    In addition, the antioxidants in bee pollen can protect lipids from oxidation. When lipids oxidize, they can clump together, narrowing blood vessels and increasing the risk of heart disease.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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    4. It can enhance liver function and protect it from toxic substances<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

    Your liver is a vital organ that breaks down and removes toxins from the blood.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

    Animal studies have found that bee pollen can boost its detoxifying abilities.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

    In older animals, bee pollen boosts the liver's antioxidant defenses and removes more waste products, such as malondialdehyde and urea, from the blood.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

    Other animal studies show that bee pollen antioxidants protect the liver from damage from several toxic substances, including drug overdoses. Bee pollen also promotes liver healing.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

    However, few human studies have evaluated the effects of bee pollen on liver function. More human research is needed to establish health recommendations.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

    5. Packs several compounds with anti-inflammatory properties<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

    Bee pollen is traditionally used to reduce inflammation and swelling.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

    An animal study showed that bee pollen extract reduced paw swelling in rats with 75%.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

    In fact, its anti-inflammatory effects have been compared to several nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, such as phenylbutazone, indomethacin, analgin, and naproxen.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

    Bee pollen contains several compounds that may reduce inflammation and swelling, including the antioxidant quercetin, which reduces the production of inflammatory omega-6 fatty acids, such as arachidonic acid.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

    Moreover, plant compounds in bee pollen can suppress biological processes that stimulate the production of inflammatory hormones as a factor in tumor necrosis.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

    6. It can help you avoid illness by boosting immunity and killing bacteria<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

    Bee pollen can boost your immune system, helping you avoid illness and side effects.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

    For one thing, research shows that it can reduce the severity and occurrence of allergies.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

    In one study, bee pollen was shown to significantly reduce mast cell activation. Mast cells, when activated, release chemicals that trigger an allergic reaction.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

    Also, several test-tube studies confirm that bee pollen has strong antimicrobial properties.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

    Bee pollen extract has been found to kill potentially harmful bacteria such as E. coli, Salmonella, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, as well as those that cause staph infections.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

    7. May aid wound healing and prevent infections<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

    Bee pollen has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, that can help<\/a> your body to heal wounds.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

    The antimicrobial properties of bee pollen can also prevent infections, a major risk factor that can compromise the healing process of scrapes, cuts, scrapes, and burns.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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    8. May have anti-cancer properties<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

    Bee pollen may have applications in the treatment and prevention of cancers that occur when cells multiply abnormally.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

    Test-tube studies have found bee pollen extracts to inhibit tumor growth and stimulate apoptosis \u2013 programmed cell death \u2013 in prostate, colon and leukemia cancers.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

    Bee pollen from cistus (Cistus incanus L.) and white willow (Salix alba L.) may have anti-estrogenic properties that could reduce the risk of breast, prostate and uterine cancer.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

    However, more human studies are needed.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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    9. May relieve menopausal symptoms such as hot flashes<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

    Menopause, which marks the cessation of menstruation in women, is often accompanied by uncomfortable symptoms such as hot flashes, night sweats, mood swings and sleep disturbances.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

    Studies show that bee pollen can ease several symptoms of menopause.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

    In one study, 71% of women thought their menopausal symptoms improved while taking bee pollen.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

    In another study, 65% of women taking a pollen supplement had fewer hot flashes. These women also report other health improvements, such as better sleep, reduced irritability, less joint pain, and improved mood and energy.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

    What's more, a three-month study showed that women taking bee pollen supplements experienced significantly fewer menopausal symptoms<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

    10. May improve nutrient metabolism, metabolism and longevity<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

    Some evidence suggests that bee pollen may improve your body's absorption of nutrients.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

    For example, iron-deficient rats absorbed 66% more iron when pollen was added to their diet. This increase is likely due to the fact that pollen contains vitamin C and bioflavonoids, which enhance iron absorption.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

    In addition, healthy rats fed pollen absorbed more calcium and phosphorus from their diet. Pollen contains high-quality proteins and amino acids that can aid in such absorption.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

    Other animal studies demonstrate that bee pollen can improve muscle growth, speed up metabolism and promote longevity<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

    11. Safe for most people and easy to add to your diet<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

    Bee pollen comes in granule or supplement form and is safe for most people.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

    You can buy it in pharmacies or organic stores.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

    Granules can be added to your favorite foods such as breakfast or smoothies.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

    However, people with allergies to pollen or bee stings should avoid pollen products, as they can cause symptoms such as itching, swelling, shortness of breath, or anaphylaxis.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

    These products may also interact negatively with blood thinners such as warfarin.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

    Pregnant or breastfeeding women should avoid bee pollen products as there is no evidence that they are completely safe for babies.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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