Bee Products have been integral to folk medicine for preventing and treating numerous ailments, but the benefits of dead bees are less known. These are bees that have died naturally, not from disease or pesticide poisoning.
Collected in the fall or spring, these dead bees, or podmore, are particularly valuable when harvested in the fall, as they contain more beneficial substances. Bee podmore can be used to create medicinal powders, decoctions, tinctures, and ointments, each with its specific application. The most popular form is the tincture of bee podmore in vodka or alcohol.
Beneficial Compounds in Bee Podmore
Bee Podmore contains bee venom and the same chemical compounds as other bee products like propolis, pollen, nectar, bee bread, royal jelly, and honey. The protective chitinous covering of dead bees is especially valuable, containing:
- Chitosan: Aids in pain relief, quick healing of skin, stops bleeding, detoxifies, and normalizes digestion.
- Melanin: Acts as a strong antioxidant and protects against UV radiation and radionuclides.
- Glucosamine: Found in joint fluid, helps restore cartilage tissue.
- Heparin: Prevents blood clotting, reducing risks of strokes and heart attacks.
Benefits of Bee Podmore Tincture
- Supports immune system and stress resistance
- Anti-allergenic properties
- Balances hormones
- Lowers cholesterol and normalizes blood pressure
- Kills harmful bacteria, neutralizes toxins
- Dissolves blood clots and speeds tissue repair
- Treats inflammation
- Strengthens hair and skin elasticity
- Improves overall health
Preparing and Storing Bee Podmore
You can purchase quality apiary podmore ready for use. After collection, raw material undergoes:
1. Sifting from debris
2. Drying at 40-50°C
3. Storage: In fabric bags in a ventilated area or freezer
Before use, grind the bees into powder, avoiding metal contact to preserve bioactive substances.
Basic Tincture Recipe
Ingredients:
- 2 tbsp podmore powder (or 200 ml unground bees)
- 400 ml vodka
Preparation:
1. Pour powder or unground bees into a jar, add vodka.
2. Seal, wrap in cloth, and store in the dark for 3-4 weeks (or 2 months for unground bees), shaking every 2-3 days.
3. Strain and store in a dark glass bottle in a cool place.
Application and Dosage
For male sexual health: Treat adenoma and prostatitis by taking 15-40 drops of tincture daily.
For hormonal balance: Take 15-20 drops three times a day for one month.
For immune support and general wellness: Dose equal to the patient's age, divided into two daily intakes for one month.
For cardiovascular health: 20 drops twice daily for two months.
For joint diseases: Use concentrated tincture topically on joints.
Other applications: Treat type II diabetes, varicose veins, and initial flu symptoms.
Side Effects and Contraindications
Potential side effects include increased blood pressure, reduced platelet count, skin reactions, insomnia, and muscle spasms. Contraindications include:
- Chronic disease exacerbations
- Acute tuberculosis
- Liver and kidney failure
- Bee product allergies
- Cardiovascular, nervous, or psychiatric disorders
- Advanced cancer
- Increased vascular permeability
Avoid use during pregnancy, lactation, and for children under 12.