The definition
History
For millennia, bees have selected and harvested from their natural plant environment all the substances necessary for the perpetuation of their species. To feed and survive, they transform them into honey, Propolis or even royal jelly... Let's get to know this precious substance, a true natural alchemy developed by bees. Etymologically, the word Propolis means: "in front of the city" and evokes a notion of general protection.
Origin
Propolis is a complex made by bees from their secretions and a series of resinous, gummy and balsamic substances. It is harvested by foragers from the bark of conifers (pines, firs, spruces) or the buds of poplars, birches, oaks, plum trees and even horse chestnut trees. Bees coat the interior walls of the hive with Propolis to protect themselves from intruders and germs.
Composition
More than 300 different components have been identified. The propolis collected in the hive is generally made up of resins, wax, essential oils, pollen and also contains many other elements such as organic acids, numerous flavonoids, trace elements, numerous vitamins, known for their health benefits. …
Variety
There are many varieties of propolis depending on the ecosystem of the region where it is harvested. THE propolis the best known are: