Bee Pollen information and supplement research

Bee pollen is  pollen from flowers that is collected from bees as they enter the hive. Pollen granules stick to the bees' legs and other body parts as they help themselves to nectar (the precursor of honey) inside the flowers.

Source Naturals Bee Pollen, 500 mg, 250 Tablets
Bee Pollen is a potent source of energizing nutrition. It contains 18 amino acids, DNA and RNA, vitamins A, B-1, B-2, niacin, B-6, B-12, pantothenic acid, folic acid, C, D, E & K, choline, inositol, rutin & other bioflavonoids, calcium, magnesium, iron & zinc, several enzymes, coenzymes, and many other nutritional factors.

Suggested Use: One bee pollen tablet with breakfast a few days a week, or as recommended by your health care professional.


You can buy Bee Pollen here. You can also find Royal-Jelly and
Propolis.

Research evaluation of Bee Pollen contents
Bee pollen has flavonoid constituents that have antioxidant properties. The results of a detailed study show:
A total of 15 compounds were separated with gradient reversed phase HPLC, and 13 were identified and quantified using diode array detector. The most predominant compounds were flavonoid glycosides, mainly flavonols. Eighty-two percent of the samples contained at least 14 of the phenolic components, primarily rutin, quercetin, myricetin, and trans-cinnamic acid as free aglycons. Total bee pollen phenols were present, at levels of >0.85 g/100 g in the form of non-tannins, and flavonoids of >0.35 g/100 g.

Bee Pollen caution, allergy, side effects
Certain individuals may have an allergy to bee pollen.
An unknowingly sensitized atopic patient experienced an anaphylactic reaction after ingestion of a small quantity of bee pollen that contained pollens and fungi. There have been reports of eosinophilic gastroenteritis caused by bee pollen sensitization.

Bee pollen supplement questions
Does bee pollen increase sex drive?
     Good question. We are not sure how bee pollen supplement influence libido or sexual health.

How often can one take a bee pollen supplement without any significant side effects?
     In general, a small amount of bee pollen or one capsule of a bee pollen supplement can be taken 2 or 3 days a week.

When taking a bee pollen supplement I notice more energy. When I combine it with tongkat ali herb the effects are too strong and I do not feel well. It's like being overstimulated.

Is there a risk of taking yohimbe herbal supplement along with bee pollen or propolis pills?
   Both bee pollen and the aphrodisiac herb can cause stimulation and are best used on different days.