Royal jelly

Summary of the article

In ancient times, it was believed to have aphrodisiac powers, but also the power of longevity. It is traditionally used, whether in China, in certain Eastern European countries or in Russia, for multiple pathologies: arthritis, hypertension, diabetes, menstrual disorders, fatigue More commonly recognized as an adaptogen, that is to say that it strengthens the body's resistance in general, it has recently been discovered that it potentially has an action on the production of estrogen and could therefore be recommended to menopausal women.

Where does she come from?

bee secretion

A substance secreted by the pharyngeal glands of young bees, royal jelly is gelatinous with a very sweet and sour taste.

its composition

It is made up of proteins, the hive product richest in amino acids; it also contains carbohydrates, lipids, trace elements (calcium, iron, potassium, etc.), vitamins B, C, D & E (those of group B are all present), and 66% water.

What is it for?

Exclusive food of the queen

Only queens are fed exclusively on royal jelly, while other bees only receive it for the first three days of their larval life. Thus, the queen's weight is about six times greater than that of the workers, which suggests that royal jelly has specific growth-promoting properties.

vitality & life expectancy

The queen has extraordinary vitality and is highly resistant to the diseases suffered by the workers. Moreover, the latter have a life expectancy of approximately 45 days, while the queen lives between 4 and 5 years, 40 times longer than a worker.

The multiple benefits

  • Vitality

    Contributes to vitality at all ages and in all seasons.

  • Well-being

    Promotes well-being and helps to better resist stressful situations.

  • Concentration

    Optimizes intellectual performance for better concentration.

  • Menopause

    Promoting the production of estrogen, it is recommended for menopausal women.

  • Fatigue

    Strengthens resistance to fatigue. Essential during the winter season.

  • Resistance

    Limits external aggressions and increases resistance to cold.