Eat Pollen

Pollen is collected and freeze-dried daily from our hives in the Ouachita Mountains of Arkansas. We then vacuum packed to preserve freshness. It is never subjected to high temperatures. Our bees are raised and products produced without the use pesticides or miticides.
What is it? Besides collecting nectar from flowers, bees select only those pollens that contain the greatest amounts of protein and other nutrients. The bees mix them with nectar and some of the bees’ own secretions and take them to their hives. Bees use this pollen as food.
What does it do? Bee pollen contains much more protein per ounce than any other natural food. It also contains a wide variety of other nutrients. Bee pollen seems to supply something that some unhealthy, stressed and aging people lack and need. It is used to retard hardening of the arteries and to strengthen the circulatory system. It is believed to regulate the function of the endocrine system. When eaten after meals, it is believed to aid digestion. It also stops some women’s menstrual cramps. Bee pollen is believed to reduce stress and to increase alertness and stamina. Olympic and other athletes use pollen as a low-calorie protein source and also as a quick, yet sustained source of energy. Applied to the skin, bee pollen is believed to help heal wounds and acne. A very few people are allergic to bee pollen. Therefore, it is suggested that people start taking small amounts of bee pollen and gradually increase the amount until they are taking two teaspoonfuls daily. If allergic symptoms occur, temporarily decrease the amount taken. Soon, the symptoms will disappear.
What does it taste like? Bee pollen looks like tiny yellow, tan, orange, and brown balls. It varies in taste depending on the plants from which it comes. Some bee pollen has a slightly sweet and nut-like flavor. Some is bitter. It can be eaten alone or mixed with any cold food or thick cold beverage.
What does it contain? Bee pollen will contain differing amounts of nutrients depending on its source.
Typical Composition: Protein 22%, Moisture 11.9%, Fat 9%, Ash 2.2%, Crude Fiber 3.0%, Total Fiber 7.6%, Carbohydrates 51.8%.
Calories: 350 per 100 grams.
Typical Vitamin & Mineral Profile: A 8300 IU/kg., C 200 mg/kg., E 46 mg/kg., B1 14 mg/kg., B2 11 mg/kg., B6 2.9 mg/kg., B12 0.04 mg/kg., Biotin .054 mg/kg., Folic Acid 19 mg/kg., Niacin 110 mg/kg., Pantothenic Acid 7.7 mg/kg., Potassium 525 mg/kg., Selenium 0.30 mg/kg., Sodium 40.4 mg/kg.
Bee pollen also contains eight essential amino acids and ten other amino acids.nefits of Bee Pollen.

Nature has a bountiful hand and has delivered to us the benefits of bee pollen. This substance has been shown to have many potential health benefits and to be very useful in a variety of ways. If you are looking for a natural way to augment your health, the benefits of bee pollen may be just the answer to your search. The bee polen collected carefully by beekeepers is frozen to preserve its freshness and then made available to you as granules, tablets, powders, or capsules. The uses of Bee Pollenare many and might just help you to live a healthier and more enjoyable life.

Unfortunately, many people, as they enter middle age, begin to suffer from a range of health problems. One of the most potentially debilitating is arthritis. While some people may only experience modest pain or stiffness in their hands, other people suffer greatly from pains in the major joints of their bodies. Pain relievers can do only so much, and prescription anti-inflammatory medications can produce serious side effects, such as diabetes, weight gain (used to promote weight loss), and bone loss. One of the many common benefits of Bee Pollen is to diminish the swelling and discomfort associated with arthritis, where it has been shown to have anti-inflammatory qualities and help reduce the sometimes debilitating effects of this disease.

Heart disease is a major problem in every part of the world. While some strides have been made medically to prevent or treat heart disease, Bee Polen may have properties which help to keep your heart stronger and healthier. One of the uses and benefits of Bee Pollen that pertains to the heart is that it is understood to have the capacity to lower high blood pressure. High blood pressure is one of the leading causes of heart problems which may lead to serious conditions with your health.

Another commonly associated benefit of Bee Pollen is that it might help clear excess cholesterol from your blood stream. Plaque from cholesterol can cause a narrowing of the arteries and lead to heart attack and stroke, but Bee Pollen may have the ability to lower cholesterol and contribute to better heart health.

One thing none of us can escape is aging. The fountain of youth seems as elusive now as it did hundreds of years ago. However, Bee Pollen has shown itself useful in at least slowing down the aging process and reversing, or at least lessening, some of the more deleterious effects of growing old. The loss of normal mental function as we age, is a concern to all of us. Bee Pollen supplements are thought by many to provide some support to normal mental function. The memory may be strengthened and the ability to concentrate and focus may increase. One of the uses of Bee Pollen that will be appreciated by an older person is that it may help to speed up the recovery time after a serious illness or surgery. Older people typically have a more difficult time ‘bouncing back’ from surgery and bee pollen might provide some support in helping a speedy recovery.

Allergies can make life miserable for anyone who suffers from them. Hay fever season can reduce the strongest man to a sneezing, runny-eyed wreck. Food allergies can upset the digestive system and cause a range of symptoms from diarrhea, rashes, and constipation to a full blown case of celiac disease. Bee Pollen has been used by doctors to help alleviate the worst symptoms of allergy. Treatment will generally be started before the allergy season begins, to give the body time to adjust. Bee Pollen, taken first in small dosages, may help to desensitize the body to allergens in general, so that when ragweed pollen strikes the nose, the body is better able to withstand it. It is generally advisable to use Bee Pollen for the duration of the allergy season, and many patients claim to have been freed from the miseries of hay fever for years on end. More on bee pollen and allergies

While many uses of Bee Pollen gravitate to the internal functions of the body, Bee Pollen and other bee products like royal jelly, can also help all of us present a more lovely face to the world! Bee Pollen supplements have been found to clear and brighten the complexion, which makes sense given that when your body is working better inside, this health will be reflected externally. New skin is produced more easily and the effects of drying and wrinkling may be minimized when Bee Pollen is consumed as part of your daily diet. The blood supply to the body’s skin may be augmented when pollen is consumed – this means that your skin cells are receiving more nutrients themselves and will in turn be healthier and stronger. Bee Pollen may even reverse some of the effects of aging on the skin, making your skin look younger and more vital. It may also help in the many cases of adolescents who have acne - bee pollen has both anti-inflammatory and antibacterial qualities, and has been proven very useful in dealing with the eruptions of this type of skin condition.

As with any form of new dietary supplementation, there can be negative reactions and side effects, particularly if you are already susceptible to allergies. It's important to recognize these side effects and have help in managing any issues. Learn more about possible bee pollen side effects and negative reactions.

As with all 'supplements', not all are created equal. Its important to source your products from reputable suppliers and to preferably source domestic USA products. Remember that bee pollen is not classed as a vitamin supplements, it's actually classified as a 'food' and therefore all food handling regulations come into play. To cut a long story short, it's common for some manufacturers to handle pollen storage and processing like other fresh food products and treat it with heat, in a process similar to pasteurization. Clearly this isn't beneficial to the nutrient content and it should be avoided at all costs. So make sure you buy from a reputable supplier who specialize in bee product handling, so you can experience the full benefits.