6 facts about the effect of propolis on blood — does it thicken or dilute it?

An unusual beekeeping product propolis consists of a large number of substances useful for the body. There are many of them that are very beneficial for the circulatory system.

Wax, all kinds of oils and resins, alcohols, sugars, vitamins, minerals, organic acids of proteins and other components have an antimicrobial, strengthening, stimulating, general health effect on the body.

According to the conducted research, propolis lowers cholesterol and improves overall blood composition.

To improve blood composition, aqueous solutions, alcohol extracts and mixtures of propolis with other organic products favorable for the circulatory system are prepared.

How it affects the blood — 6 facts

Bees recycle already useful organic substances with their saliva and give out propolis — bee glue, as it is also called. This is a unique product in its properties, which cannot be compared with anything else in terms of its healing properties. It is used in both folk and traditional medicine in the treatment of all body systems. It is also very useful for improving blood composition.

1. Diluting effect. Apiproduct prevents the formation of blood clots and blood clots, making blood more fluid. Reducing viscosity also reduces the likelihood of cholesterol plaque deposition on the inside of the vessel walls.
2. Lowering cholesterol levels. The components of the medicinal apiproduct block the molecules of "harmful" cholesterol, freeing the bloodstream from excess fats and thereby preventing the development of atherosclerosis.
3. Antioxidant effect. Prevents lipid oxidation. It also helps to fight atherosclerosis.
4. Regenerative property. The active substances of propolis make blood an effective means of restoration, regeneration of all types of tissues.
5. Nutritional value. Propolis contains a huge amount of trace elements necessary for all organs, to which useful substances are quickly delivered with the help of blood.
6. Antimicrobial action. The use of bee product helps to fight inflammatory phenomena no worse than antibiotics and antimicrobial agents of pharmacological origin. The medicinal components of propolis in any form, entering the bloodstream, quickly reach the foci of inflammation and stop the process.

 

5 beneficial properties for the cardiovascular system

Beekeepers around the world and other proponents of apiproduct treatment consider propolis is extremely beneficial for the heart and blood vessels , as well as one of the most effective remedies in the treatment of most cardiovascular diseases.

Many of the diseases are directly related to blood thickening. Therefore, while fighting it, propolis has a beneficial effect on the condition of blood vessels .

1. Normalization of the heart muscle . Apiproduct is useful for arrhythmia and angina pectoris, as it equalizes the heart rate, effectively relieves pain.
2. Prevention of vascular fragility. By lowering clotting, the apiproduct protects blood vessels from deformation and thinning, which occur as a result of dehydration with thick blood.
3. Increasing the elasticity of blood vessels and strengthening them. Propolis is not only cleans the vessels , dissolving fat deposits on their walls and prevents the appearance of cholesterol, but also helps blood vessels become more plastic, capable of contraction and expansion . Phenolic acids from the apiproduct heal microcracks on blood vessels, thereby compensating for the protective function of cholesterol, which appears in the arteries partly as a response to their thinning.
4. Antihypertonic effect. The beekeeping product helps to maintain a normal blood pressure level by lowering it to the desired level.
5. Recovery after heart attacks. Numerous trace elements help tissue healing. Therefore, the medicinal properties of the bee product are very valuable in the recovery period after a myocardial infarction.

In general, medicinal products based on bee glue are indicated for patients who have suffered a myocardial infarction, who are diagnosed with angina pectoris, ischemic disease, heart failure, atherosclerosis of the cerebral vessels, thrombosis of the veins of the lower extremities.

How to take it correctly?

Several forms of medicines based on this substance are used to reduce clotting. All of them are effective, but do not need to be combined: it is advisable to use one remedy during one therapeutic course.

1. Propolis tincture. It must be diluted with water, adding 5-8 drops per 30 ml of boiled water three times a day immediately before meals. This is how they are treated for three weeks, then they are interrupted for 10 days and repeat the course. Then, in order to prevent overdose and an allergic reaction, it is advisable to turn to other methods of reducing clotting and repeat the course after 6-12 months.
2. Water infusion. If alcohol-based medicines are contraindicated, then an aqueous extract is used. It is taken a tablespoon three times a day, but 40 minutes before meals. within 1.5 — 2 months. Then they take a break for 6-12 months and, if desired, continue treatment. During the break, they resort to other methods of blood thinning.
3. Dry raw materials. You can take the dry substance in its natural form. To do this, take about 3 grams of bee glue and chew for 15 minutes between meals. Then they are interrupted for 1-2 hours and chewed again. This is done throughout the day until the substance is completely absorbed. It is used, carefully monitoring the appearance of an allergic reaction, for 3-7 days. This is followed by a break for 2-3 weeks and, if there are no signs of intolerance, the treatment is repeated. In the form of powder, the apiproduct is taken a teaspoon 1-3 times a day, chewing and drinking water in the same courses.

3 therapeutic recipes based on it

Some propolis-based drugs can also be bought at a pharmacy, because traditional medicine willingly uses apiproducts for treatment and wellness. But you can cook them yourself.

1. Alcohol tincture

This medicine can be prepared using both medical alcohol and high-quality vodka. You cannot take a low-grade product or moonshine. To get a high-quality drug, take 70-80 g of dry propolis and 300 ml of alcohol.

1. First, propolis is placed in the refrigerator for 3-4 hours, then grated on a fine grater and poured with cold water. After 10 minutes, the water is drained with the surfaced foreign elements, and the pure propolis is allowed to drain through a colander and dried on a cotton napkin.
2. Then the dried propolis is placed in a dark glass dish and poured with vodka or alcohol, tightly stoppered.
3. Store at room temperature for 2 weeks, without opening, but shaking from time to time.
4. After 2 weeks, the medicine is filtered and put in a refrigerator in a glass container.

As an option: you can pour the substance not with cold vodka or alcohol, but heated to 50 degrees. You can store propolis tincture from 1 to 3 years.

2. Infusion with milk

This version of the medicine is suitable for those who tolerate the harsh taste of the product worse. For tincture of milk, you will need 100 g of dry matter and a liter of milk.

1. The apiproduct is poured with milk and boiled for 10 minutes.
2. Insist until the milk has completely cooled down.
3. Remove the wax from the cooled milk, filter the drug and put it in a glass container in the refrigerator.

3. A mixture with honey

For this drug, which is consumed before meals and washed down with water, you will need liquid fresh (not heated) honey and dry apiproduct.

1. The beekeeping product must be cooled in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours.
2. Grate on a fine grater and pour drinking water for 10 minutes.
3. Then remove the surfaced particles, and drain the remaining liquid.
4. Dry the clean substance and heat it in a water bath.
5. Add honey there and stir in a water bath until all the bee glue has dissolved.
6. Put the mass in a glass jar in the refrigerator and take a tablespoon a day.

Contraindications

All bee products have contraindications, despite their healing properties. There are not many of them, but you need to know about them when treating blood.

1. Individual intolerance. This is not a harmless contraindication, but the most serious one, since the reaction to the beekeeping product can be very strong.
2. Pregnancy and lactation. A strong remedy is not beneficial for a woman and her child during these periods.
3. Diseases of the liver, kidneys and gallbladder. These are cases not of an obvious contraindication, but of a disease when it is necessary to reduce the dosage by half and monitor the body's reaction.

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Conclusion

Bee products, including propolis, are very useful as a prevention of blood clots and treatment of this ailment. It is necessary to use this healing substance and maintain a normal blood density to avoid more serious health problems.