Do not carelessly consume Royal Jelly

Some people consume royal jelly for health reasons. However, until now there has not been enough research evidence to support the benefits of royal jelly for human health. Conversely, royal jelly can actually trigger a variety of body reactions. Royal jelly is milk secretion produced by worker honey bee glands. Royal jelly is the main food of the queen bee. Some people often make it as a medicine to overcome certain diseases.

Understanding the Contents and Benefits of Royal Jelly

In general, most of the composition of royal jelly is water, which is around 70 percent. The rest, royal jelly contains protein, several types of vitamins, sugar, salt and amino acids. Several studies have shown that consuming products containing melbrosia (flower pollen) and royal jelly orally for 3 months can reduce symptoms of menopause. Several other studies have revealed that royal jelly is thought to be beneficial for reducing premenstrual symptoms and having a good effect on cholesterol levels. Royal jelly is also thought to help with asthma, insomnia, pancreatitis, liver disease, peptic ulcers, kidney disease, broken bones, skin disorders, baldness, or other conditions. Although believed to have many health benefits, the evidence that supports that consuming royal jelly is beneficial for human health, still needs to be further investigated. In addition, there are also some side effects of the use of royal jelly to watch out for.

Side Effects of Using Royal Jelly

Although supplement products that contain a combination of royal jelly and bee pollen extract are considered safe for consumption, you should be careful. Consumption of royal jelly has the risk of causing serious allergic reactions, such as asthma and swelling of the throat. In some cases, consumption of royal jelly can also cause diarrhea accompanied by blood due to intestinal bleeding. In addition there are some side effects that may arise due to the use of royal jelly, including:

• Royal jelly is thought to reduce blood pressure, so it is not recommended for people with low blood pressure (hypotension).
• The use of royal jelly can worsen allergic skin.
• The use of royal jelly can also cause rashes and inflammation when used on the scalp.

If you are pregnant or nursing, you should avoid using royal jelly or consult your doctor first if you want to take it. Until now there is not enough information about the safety of using royal jelly for pregnant women, that's why you should be careful. Although royal jelly is a natural product, you are still advised to consult with your doctor about the safety of using royal jelly for your condition.