Nutritional value
40% of the composition consists of proteins and is considered one of the most nutritious foods. Rich in vitamins, minerals, trace elements, fats, amino acids, enzymes and coenzymes, it provides everything a person needs to maintain their body in perfect balance. Its basic composition consists of:
55% carbohydrates
35% protein
2% fatty acids
3% vitamins and minerals
Amino acids
Lysine
Arginine
Valine
Vitamin A
Vitamin C
Vitamin D
Minerals and Trace Elements
Essential for the proper functioning of the body, minerals and trace elements contribute to the health of bones and teeth, muscle strengthening and the creation of red blood cells, preventing anemia problems.
Pollen contains:
Calcium
Potassium
Iron
Phosphorus
Manganese
Magnesium
Sulfur
Chlorine
Silicon
Titanium
These are some of the most important chemical elements found in pollen. However, enzymes are also included, such as:
Catalase
Pepsin
Trypsin
Other nutrients
Fructose
Boron
Molybdenum
Zinc
Sodium
Copper
Cystine
Isoleucine
Serine
Glutamic acid
Phenylalanine
Aspartic acid
Histamine
Tryptophan
Antioxidants
Vitamin E
Vitamin K
Vitamin B Complex
Choline
Nucleic acids
Amines
Xanthophyll
Lycopene
Selenium
Triglycerides
Monoglycerides
B-carotene
Glucose
Benefits
The immune system is responsible for fighting diseases and infections. In order to function effectively and contribute to the body in the best possible way, it must be “supplied” with the necessary nutrients every day. The lack of important nutrients can create serious problems for the immune system.
Pollen is a food that provides a significant amount of the nutrients that the body needs in order to maintain health and proper functioning of the immune system.
Just one teaspoon on a daily basis is enough to slow down the hardening of the arteries, strengthen the circulatory system and help combat symptoms of several diseases and allergies. At the same time, it is considered to regulate the functioning of the endocrine system, aid in digestion, reduce stress and increase endurance and energy.
Bee pollen does not cause allergy symptoms. The allergenic properties are neutralized by the enzymes and nectar secreted by the bees. We often mistakenly confuse it with anemophilous pollen, which is responsible for spring allergies.
Let's take a detailed look at the list of benefits provided by bee pollen.
Pollen reduces inflammation
The anti-inflammatory effect of pollen
Healthy skin and beauty
The dull and damaged appearance of the skin can be significantly improved by consuming bee pollen. Several dermatologists choose to use it to treat various skin diseases such as acne, as it has a suppressive effect.
According to studies, the composition of pollen (high concentration of nucleic acids and powerful natural antibiotics), exerts an internal biological effect on the body, which prevents premature aging of cells and stimulates the growth of new skin tissue. In addition, it smoothes wrinkles and strengthens the function of the cardiovascular system.
Weight control
It has been recognized as the food that contributes, more than any other, to weight loss. It regulates metabolic processes and accelerates fat burning. In addition, it is a food with a low calorie content, as 2 tablespoons contain only 90 calories.
The lecithin contained in pollen, as we said earlier, helps in rapid fat burning. This is one reason why bee pollen can reduce levels of low-density lipoprotein, the bad cholesterol (LDL) known to all of us, and at the same time increase the values of high-density lipoprotein (good cholesterol HDL). According to scientists, good cholesterol protects against heart disease.
At the same time, phenylalanine, a natural amino acid that is essential to the human body, affects the hypothalamus of the brain (the part responsible for controlling hunger and satiety) and “determines” the amount of food we will consume. For example, when we are overweight, phenylalanine will help suppress appetite while if we are underweight, the amino acid will work the opposite way.
They help neutralize free radicals that cause damage to the body. Free radicals disrupt important metabolic processes that could lead to various diseases, even cancer. The antioxidants contained in pollen contribute to:
Promoting the health of the immune system
Detoxifying the liver
Reducing the risk of cancer
Preventing premature aging
Vitamins
The human body could not function properly without the necessary vitamins. Pollen contains a wealth of vitamins such as: