Another gift from nature to our lives! Due to its characteristics and nutritional properties (mainly by amino acids and vitamins), we can consider bee pollen a superfood! I have as a strategy for my life and I try to pass this tip as much as possible during my calls: Make the most of real food and what nature brings us!
A balanced diet combined with superfoods can be a great strategy for healthy and happy body and mind! Now let’s know more about this superfood?
Pollen is produced by bees and is the combination of flower pollen + nectar + enzymes + honey + wax + bee secretions. Bees collect pollen from plants and transport it to the hive, where it is stored and used as food for the entire colony. Both the taste and the color of the pollen depend on its origin, so don’t be surprised if you find lighter and darker pollens. The coloring of pollen does not interfere with its properties, the most important thing is to choose a trusted brand! Ah, bee pollen cannot be synthesized in laboratories.
The benefits of bee pollen are varied, but not all scientifically proven: PMS relief, satiety and weight loss aid, infertility problems, etc. The following are some of the benefits and studies related to the topic..
Pollen benefits
Helps fight inflammation – studies They point to the presence of anti-inflammatory components in their composition in addition to the presence of flavonoids. We know that an inflamed organism can generate various symptoms, discomforts and complaints, ranging from joint pain to gastrointestinal and skin problems..
antioxidant function – researchers found that bee pollen has high concentrations of these elements. Among them, we can highlight: flavonoids, resveratrol, lycopene, vitamins A, C and E..
Relief of stress symptoms – Bee pollen can increase our blood flow, helping to reduce stress. And it is also, according to studies, It plays an effective role in relieving fatigue and fatigue.
Boost in the immune system – We know how important it is for our health to keep our immune system strong. The bee pollen It is widely used in apitherapy, as it demonstrates a series of actions such as antifungal, antimicrobial, antiviral, anti-inflammatory, immunostimulant and local analgesic, in addition to facilitating the healing process of burns.
how to use
There is no right dose to use, but as there is a lot of nutrient in small amounts, it usually varies from 1/2 to 1 teaspoon a day..
where: over smoothies, salads, açaí bowl, in toast and etc..
How to store:
inside the fridge and in a closed container.
Where to find
Those who are in the US can find Bee Pollen with facilities at natural food stores or natural supermarkets like Whole Foods or other places. I usually buy from a local producer from a local producer from where I live.
In Brazil it is possible to find the product in natural products stores or by Internet.