Bee Bread, or Perga, is a fermented bee product made from pollen that bees collect, mix with saliva, and pack into honeycomb cells. This process, enhanced by bee secretions and the unique environment of the hive, turns pollen into a nutrient-rich food source for humans. According to scientists, bee bread is an incredible source of vitamins, minerals and essential amino acids, making it a superfood with numerous health benefits.
Rich in amino acids and vitamins, bee bread stimulates the endocrine glands, which can help treat diabetes, hepatitis and colitis. It also lowers blood cholesterol levels, improves heart muscle function due to its potassium and magnesium content, and reduces anemia, especially in children, due to its iron content. Iodine contained in bee bread is necessary for the treatment of goiter, and vitamin K makes it useful in various types of bleeding, including gastric and intestinal bleeding.
The uniqueness of bee bread lies in the way it is stored: stored in hives, the bread is naturally protected from microbes due to the "plastering" of propolis by bees, which secrete phenols and essential oils, creating a "gas chamber" that destroys all microorganisms. This property suggests that perga is a derivative of honey, pollen and propolis. Bee bread is richer in carbohydrates than fresh pollen, it has more lactic acid but less protein and fat, and this characteristic changes over time as the acidity of stored bee bread increases.
The "trophic action" of bee bread described by R. Chauvin, emphasizes its ability to normalize organ function by enhancing nutritional value and nutrient absorption. The complex amino acid profile of bee bread is maintained when incorporated into the bee, increasing fertility and longevity by 37-46%. Feather has an anabolic effect, increasing body mass, especially of the endocrine glands and muscles, making it a great supplement for those seeking to improve their fitness and recover from illness.
Perga, or Bee Bread, is a superfood with exceptional health benefits. Its unique composition supports the normal functioning of the digestive tract, liver, thyroid gland and increases overall fertility. In addition, its trophic action improves the circulatory system and provides protection against toxins and tumor growth.
List of references
Olatz Etxegarai-Legarreta, Valeriano Sanchez-Famoso «The Role of Beekeeping in the Generation of Goods and Services: The Interrelation between Environmental, Socioeconomic, and Sociocultural Utilities» - Agriculture 2022
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