Bee pollen is often mentioned as a superfood as it can give a healthy and natural boost to your day.
That’s because it can provide an increased amount of dense nutrition for our bodies.
Superfoods can be any foods with power packed nutrition from blueberries, strawberries, nuts and seeds to spring greens and Kale along with bee pollen.
The market for natural remedies and healthy foods has grown hugely over the past few years. Many of us would not have known what a goji berry, bee pollen or protein sports bar were until a few years ago.
What is Bee Pollen?
What is bee pollen? It is made by honey bees and is actually the food consumed by young bees. It is reported that the pollen is one of the most nutritiously available foods, it contains many of the nutrients that our bodies require.
Not only is it rich in protein, in fact more richer than animal protein, but it is rich in vitamins including B-complex and folic acid as well as list of other vitamins and minerals.
What are the top benefits of pollen?
It is known to have a positive effect on low energy levels, namely because of the carbohydrates and proteins found in it.
It is thought to have anti-inflammatory benefits on the lungs, which benefit those with asthma problems. It also contains enzymes which are known to help the digestive system in breaking down food.
It relieves inflammation, works as an anti-oxidant, boosts liver health, strengthens the immune system, eases symptoms of menopause, reduces stress and helps speed the healing process.
Bee pollen is available online or in many health food stores. Bee pollen is usually taken by the spoonful and is best taken with food or liquid at breakfast time.
Just remember that a teaspoon will take 240 hours of harvesting to produce, so the next time you buy some, be sure to appreciate the effects that it is giving you and your health.
Bee pollen is safe for most people, however if you have an allergy or reaction to bee stings, you should avoid pollen products as they may cause itching, swelling, shortness of breath or an anaphylaxis.
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