PROPOLIS - An antibiotic that nourishes

The healing effect of propolis
Flavonoids are pigments present in fruits, vegetables, flowers and bark of trees. They have antioxidant activity, their role is to protect plants from pathogens from the environment. A number of flavonoids are present in propolis: galangin, quercetin, chrysin, kempferol, apigenin, pinocembrin and pinobanksin. Propolis is one of those wise remedies of nature that kills anything that bothers a healthy organism. At the same time it preserves healthy tissue and treats diseased. Numerous studies have shown that propolis is a natural anesthetic, antioxidant, antiseptic, antibiotic, to work against most viruses, including the flu virus. It is excellent in the fight against fungi and parasites. The specialty of propolis is that bacteria do not create resistance to it and there are no harmful side effects, which is a disadvantage of synthetic antibiotics. Before bedtime, it is enough to lubricate the breast area with propolis to calm the cough and ensure a deep sleep. Propolis ointment is great for wounds that are difficult to heal, as well as for many skin conditions: acne, eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis, fungal diseases of the skin, nails and scalp. It is extremely effective in ulcers, burns and stings. Propolis has the ability to stop abnormal cell multiplication (cytostatic) and treat benign tumors. Propolis is known to stimulate the formation of new cells and the regeneration of damaged tissue. Propolis also helps in case of severe diarrhea, where other medicines are helpless. As a supreme active biostimulator, propolis contributes to improving the complete state of the body, normalizing metabolism and immunity. It is also used to treat diseases of the ear and oral cavity. It has excellent results in the treatment and prevention of throat inflammation. It helps with toothache, paradentosis, bad breath, hemorrhoids, urinary tract inflammation and gastritis. As a powerful antioxidant, it effectively works against free radicals, which are now considered to be the cause of many, even the most serious diseases such as atherosclerosis, cataracts, cancer, Parkinson's and Alzheimer's. Recent research shows that propolis strengthens the immune system and has an anticancer effect.
How to use propolis
You can use propolis in its natural, raw form. You can prepare water extract, alcohol tincture (propolis drops), ointment or cream from it.
Aqueous Propolis ExtractYou can prepare the aqueous propolis extract as follows. Freeze the raw propolis and then grind it into a fine powder. Mix one teaspoon of this powder in the evening with 250 ml of pure water. The next morning, drink that liquid with a small sip. Eat propolis left at the bottom of the glass before breakfast.
Propolis ointment
Raw propolis
Tincture of propolis
Tincture is made of propolis and alcohol. For the preparation of the tincture, 96% and even better 76% ethyl alcohol is used, which indicates that it can be used as a food product. Put propolis in the jar, then pour alcohol in a 1: 2 ratio. Keep this liquid in a jar for 5-7 days and shake 3 times a day. Then filter the liquid, for example with a coffee filter. You can take 20-90 drops of tincture a day, depending on the illness, between meals, with half a tablespoon of honey, lukewarm water or tea.
Problem - Solution
Stomach pain - Take 20 - 30 drops of diluted 30% alcohol tincture of propolis 3 times daily before meals.Blisters and eyes - Grease them with a thick layer of propolis ointment and fix with a patch. Leave it overnight.
Bleeding - You can quickly stop bleeding from injuries and cuts with cotton wool dipped in propolis drops.
Fungal skin disorders - Grease the affected area several times a day with propolis cream, ointment or drops.
Burns - Dip gauze in propolis ointment, place over burn.
Psoriasis - Take 15 drops of propolis three times a day internally. At the same time, massage the diseased area with propolis cream or ointment.
Hemorrhoids - Use propolis ointment locally and propolis drops internally.
Respiratory problems - Make chamomile or thyme tea. Add 10 drops of propolis to the hot tea pot. Cover your head with a towel and inhale several times a day for five minutes.
Acne, ulcers, dermatitis, eczema - Treat the affected area several times a day with a good propolis cream or tincture.
Paradentosis - Grease inflamed gums with propolis drops three times a day. Before that, brush your teeth well.
Alopecia - Dilute the tincture of propolis with lukewarm water in an amount of 1: 5. Use this solution to massage your scalp and rinse your hair.