Bees have been in the news a lot lately, and not for good reasons. Colony collapse disorder has been debated around the world, with fingers being pointed at many culprits. Not only does this crisis affect our overall food production, but it also hampers the production of one of nature’s richest and most healing superfoods. Let’s check in on the healing benefits of bee pollen.
Bee pollen nutritional profile
Bee pollen is considered one of nature’s most complete foods. It contains nearly all the nutrients required by humans and about half of its 40% protein content is in the form of free amino acids and is highly bioavailable to the human body.
Bee pollen helps correct diets that are nutrient deficient or imbalanced through its remarkable nutrient profile that is not only comprehensive but also very well balanced. It contains the richest known source of vitamins, minerals, amino acids, hormones, enzymes and fats, as well as significant quantities of natural antibiotics.
Note the spectrum of nutrients in this miraculous superfood:
A rich source of carotenoids (which convert to vitamin A)
Vitamins B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, B7, B9 and B12
Vitamin C
Vitamin E
Calcium, copper, iron, magnesium, manganese, phosphorous, potassium, silicon, sulphur and 59 other trace minerals
22 amino acids, which contain five to seven times the amino acids found in equal weights of beef, milk, eggs or cheese
Enzymes including amylase, catalase, cozymase, cytochrome, dehydrogenase, diaphorase, diastase, lactic acids, pectase and phosphatase
In a malnourished society, incorporating bee pollen into your diet with its exceptional vitamin, mineral, amino acid and enzyme profile could go a long way in filling in the gaps of your day to day nutrition.
Healing action of bee pollen
The overall effects of bee pollen are comprehensive, as it appears to activate systemic biological functions rather than focusing on one physiological area. After many years of testing, bee pollen has also been noted as lacking any harmful side effects, and it is easily digestible and suitable for all ages.
The many healing properties of bee pollen include:
Promotes growth of healthy new cells
Encourages increased tissue repair
Enhances toxin elimination
Reduces cholesterol levels
Regulates blood pressure
Increases resistance to infections
Stabilizes the nervous system
Improves fertility in women
Retards growth of tumors
Eliminates excessive calcium deposits
Helps release excessive uric acid
Promotes skin tissue growth and counteracts wrinkling
Increases calmness and relaxation
Promotes increased concentration and memory
Enhances sexual activity
Promotes increased strength, stamina, endurance and energy levels
Combats cancer, diabetes, arthritis and depression
Considering that all disease is partially rooted in nutrient deficiency, it is no wonder why this nutrient-dense superfood has such a positive effect on all the biological functions of the body.
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How to use bee pollen in your diet
When deciding to incorporate bee pollen into your healthy lifestyle, there are a few factors you want to consider, including buying it raw (not pasteurized) and as local as possible.
You also want to take care that you do not heat the bee pollen at higher temperatures (above 105°F), as it will destroy the delicate enzymes and vitamin C content.
A great way to incorporate bee pollen into your diet is by simply eating the granules themselves, or incorporating them into smoothies, yogurt, trail mixes, cereal and oatmeal. We put them in our superfood power bites to round out a nutrient dense and delicious snack.
Considering the positive healing benefits that bee pollen can have on our health, and the fact that bees pollinate many of the world’s crops, let’s do our best to support the industry and feel better physically in the process.
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