Propolis

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This Propolis monograph is an excerpt from the 1999, first edition of Dr. Sharol's book "Herbal Medicine From The Heart of The Earth." You can purchase the 2020, third edition of this book with an expanded materia medica/monograph section, herbal formulas and directions on making herbal products in Dr. Sharol's Book Store. You receive free shipping in the USA. The expanded 3rd edition materia medica, and additional herbal tidbits are also available as a kindle ebook at Amazon and details on this e-book are here.

Propolis (Plant material collected by bees. Not an herb, but often used by herbalists.)

Part used: Resin.

Taste/smell: Resinous, pleasant.

Tendencies: Warming, drying.

Dosage: 1:4 dry strength liquid extract: 15-40 drops 1-4 times per day.

Use: (a) Hepatoprotective, (b) Antioxidant, (c) Expectorant, (d) Antiseptic with soothing and healing properties.

Propolis is used for sore throats, toothaches, coughs, respiratory and urinary tract infections, gum inflammation and as a topical antiseptic

Contraindications: It is contraindicated in pregnancy. All resinous liquid extracts like propolis will precipitate in water and stick to the container or glass. Propolis can produce a contact allergy on the skin of some people that can become severe if the person does not stop using the Propolis containing ointment/cream etc.

If you are looking for directions on making teas or tinctures, please see our "Making Herbal Products" page.

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