Description
Royal Jelly is produced in the salivary glands of young nurse bees between their sixth and twelfth days of life by combining honey and pollen. It is produced for the Queen Bee, who is fed this highly nutritional substance for life. Larva destined to become a Queen are also fed this milky white, gelatinous, substance -- and this is the only deciding factor for future Queens. All other bee larva become Worker Bees when not fed Royal Jelly and, as a result, live for only five weeks. Future Queens are started on a Royal Jelly diet from birth and continue for life.
The Queen Bee will survive for five years and can lay up to 2,000 eggs daily during the summer -- an amount greater than her bodyweight. Indeed, this "royal" substance provides an abundance of energy and vitality.
Royal Jelly is considered to be of exceptional nutritional value. It is 36% protein and contains eighteen amino acids, including all nine essential amino acids, and all B-Complex vitamins. It is particularly rich in pantothenic acid/B5 and pyridoxine/B6. Royal Jelly also contains calcium, iron, potassium, silicon, sulfur, vitamins A, C, D, E, enzymes, hormones, and has antibacterial and antibiotic properties.
Royal Jelly has been used as a preventative and healing aid in China for hundreds of years and this nation is now the largest Royal Jelly producer and exporter.
Ailments / Situations Where Used
Royal Jelly is believed to increase energy, vitality, and reinvigorate the body. It is used to treat arthritis, bone fractures, cardiovascular problems, digestive disorders, fatigue, insomnia, liver disease, pancreatitis, skin problems, stomach ulcers and a weakened immune system. It may also fight infection and lower cholesterol levels.
Source
Royal Jelly harvested from bee hives. This is a very difficult substance to harvest and, as a result, commands a high price -- production is low and demand is high.
Optimal Absorption
Royal Jelly is often prepared with honey as a natural preservative. Keep refrigerated once opened, as it can spoil easily. Take 3 teaspoons daily. A 500g jar often contains 10,000mg Royal Jelly.
Royal Jelly is also available in freeze-dried powder, capsule, or liquid form. If supplementing, take 300-500mg daily. Children should take half this amount and only under the supervision of their naturopath or other health practitioner. It is believed that a total intake of 100g over five months will yield optimal results. Liquid Royal Jelly is often combined with ginseng.
Royal Jelly is often taken with Bee Pollen, as both substances tend to complement each other.
Contraindications / Precautions / Warnings
Royal Jelly may cause an allergic reaction in some people. Do not take Royal Jelly if you have asthma or anaphylaxis before consulting with your naturopath or other health practitioner to determine the appropriateness of this food supplement for your needs.
Ailment / Situation Listing
See also
Bee Pollen, and Honey
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