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Bee Pollen

W hat Is It?

Bee Pollen is considered to be "the world's most perfect food". It contains over 18 Amino Acids, high in vitamins, minerals, enzymes and co-enzymes. Bee Pollen are pellets of compresses pollen that are collected from hives. In addition to pollen from seed-bearing plants, the pellets contain varying amounts of bee saliva and flower nectar. It contains the essence of every plant from which bees collect pollen, in combination with digestive enzymes from the bees.

How It Works

Bee pollen an excellent source of anti-oxidants. Research studies and clinical tests have demonstrated that bee pollen has an immunizing effect, enhances vitality, and can counteract the effects of radiation and chemical toxins. Used as an immune system builder, Bee Pollen is thought to have the ability to correct body chemistry and eliminate unhealthy conditions. It is considered to have the ability to throw off poisons and toxic materials from the body. Radiation and chemical pollutants are known to cause the most severe stress to your immune system. Side effects of radiation treatment decreases the body's production of blood cells and nutrients in the blood. Bee pollen is rapidly absorbed into the blood stream and stimulates immunological responses.

Indications

• Beneficial for nausea, sleep disorders, and urinary and rectal disorders following radiation treatment.
• Athletes often use this supplement to help increase their strength, endurance, energy and speed.
• Aids the body in recovering from exercise, returning your breathing and heart rate to normal,
  and improves endurance.
• Bee pollen provides energy, stamina and strength as well as improving mental and physical reactions.
• Those who do strenuous mental work also can see benefits from this natural energy food.
• Can relieve brain fatigue and improve alertness.
• Bee pollen has an effect on blood pressure and sexual function as well.

Potential Problems

People who are allergic or are hypersensitive to bee venom should avoid bee pollen and other supplements derived from bees. Asthmatics may suffer flare-ups of symptoms. Always consult your physician before taking any supplements