Propolis is a resin collected by bees and used to seal the gaps in the hive to protect it against bacteria, viruses and fungi.
 
Among the different varieties of propolis, green propolis is considered special.
 
Green propolis differs from others due to the presence of unique phenolic compounds, such as artepelin C and bacarin. These two bioactive substances are attributed with a series of biological activities beneficial to the body.
 
Harvested by bees in wild forests, Bothanica Mineral's Green Propolis is pure and rich, without any trace of contaminants.
 
FREE OF
High glycemic index carbohydrates
Non-cytotoxic
Gluten
Sugar
Sodium
Fats
Lactose
Artificial dyes
 
HEALTH BENEFITS
Antibacterial effect
Flavonoids, along with some types of acids also present in propolis, cause damage to the membrane or cell wall of bacteria and affect their structure and functioning, preventing their multiplication. Despite not being effective against all types of bacteria, propolis extract is regularly used by the population to prevent infections and relieve symptoms of sore throat, cough, gastritis, food poisoning, gum problems and canker sores, as well as preventing bacterial plaque. and bad breath.
 
ANTIVIRAL EFFECT
Chrysin and kaempferol-like flavonoids decreased the replication rate of the herpes virus, while the cinnamic acid contained in propolis acted significantly on the Influenza A (H1N1) virus.
 
ANTIPROTOZOAL EFFECT
Propolis prevented the growth of cultures of Trichomonas vaginalis, (the cause of the STD Trichomoniasis) and was also effective in combating giardia (a parasite of the human digestive system that causes inflammation in the intestine), Toxoplasma gondii (the cause of Toxoplasmosis) and Trypanosoma cruzi ( cause of Chagas disease).
 
ANTIFUNGAL EFFECT
Propolis, combined with antimycotic drugs, may be effective against some types of fungi. An example of its potential is its action against Trichophyton and Microsporum (skin blemishes).
 
ANTI-INFLAMMATORY EFFECT
The flavonoid called galangin prevents the formation of enzymes that cause reactions responsible for symptoms of inflammation and pain in humans. In addition, propolis stimulates cellular immunity and encourages the activity of destroying foreign bodies (phagocytic activity).
 
ANTIOXIDANT EFFECT
The flavonoids present in propolis can eliminate excess free radicals from our body.
 
HEALING EFFECT 
Flavonoids are responsible for the healing property. This effect is linked to the antioxidant action of propolis, which by removing free radicals allows the regeneration of cells and tissues, and to its anti-inflammatory power, which in itself promotes healing of the site. In addition, the component is able to metabolize and stimulate the production of substances essential for the skin, such as collagen. With this activity, any type of wound can heal much more quickly and easily.
For a long time, propolis was used in its raw form in wars, being applied directly to the wounds of soldiers.
 
IMMUNOMODULATORY EFFECT 
Green propolis has proteins capable of transforming and balancing our immune system. When present in the body, the component is responsible for activating the actions of immune responses, intensifying the work of the receptors that act in the production of cytokine — the group of molecules responsible for emitting signals between the cells of the human body.
In studies carried out with mice, the caffeic acid present in propolis increased the production of the body's defense cells and specific antibodies.
 
AID IN CANCER PREVENTION 
In recent years, green propolis has become a very interesting natural element to prevent cancer. According to experts, the compound can prevent the multiplication of cancer cells, reducing the chances of the disease manifesting itself. In fact, the product has been quite effective in reducing the side effects of patients undergoing chemotherapy.