Propolis
Propolis are harvested
from plant buds and plant flower resins. The widespread healing effect of
Propolis is mainly due to its antibacterial activity.
In folk medicine,
propolis is heated and smeared on linen cloth, also propolis blankets from hive
can be used to treat sores, long-lasting wounds and burns, and on joint and
nerve pain. It is recommended to put overnight, knit or woolen cloth wrapped
around the fabric.
Propolis use in
medicine:
▪ propolis ointments
based on white or yellow petroleum jelly, lanolin, animal fat or vegetable oil
(olive oil, sunflower oil, etc.);
▪ various
concentrations of propolis extracts in aqueous and alcoholic solutions;
▪ propolis paste;
▪ Propolis emulsions:
Propolis is dissolved in 96 ° alcohol and water or milk is added.
▪ propolis patches
(used to treat skin conditions);
▪ Crushed propolis is
used for inhalation as well as biological dressings.
▪ chewing gum,
candy-used more in dentistry.
Ointment (paste). The
propolis is purged of impurities in a pier. Put vaseline in an enamel container
and heat to 45 ° C, then add crushed propolis and
stir until a
homogeneous mass is obtained. Filter through double folded gauze and the
ointment is ready for external use.
Propolis alcohol
solution is prepared in various concentrations, more often 20-40%. Pour 100 g
of crushed propolis into 500 ml of 96 ° alcohol and shake for 30 minutes. Store
in a dark place. The liquid should be shaken from time to time. After 2-5 days,
filter through gauze. Can be stored for many years. It serves as a base
preparation for the making of other propolis products.
Many doctors are
convinced that propolis preparations are the only one that can cure a runny
nose, which is usually very difficult to treat. As soon as the first symptoms
of rhinitis appear, nasal passages should be lubricated twice or three times
daily with 20% propolis in oil or ointment. The runny nose disappears in a few
days. If propolis is started when increased secretion has already begun, the
effect is significantly reduced.
Propolis tablets can
also be sucked in cases of ear, throat and nasal inflammation.
