Royal Jelly: Bet on the secret of bees for a long and healthy life

Royal jelly is produced naturally by young worker bees. It is used to feed queen bees and their larvae. This food makes queen bees live around 5 years, while worker bees only live approximately 45 days. Royal jelly is also responsible for the fertility of queen bees, while worker bees remain sterile for life.

The benefits of royal jelly, however, are not just for bees and it is estimated that since ancient Greece the food has been used for medicinal purposes. Traditional Chinese medicine also uses royal jelly to promote a long and healthy life. Since then, the health benefits of the substance have been discovered and studied.

The benefits of royal jelly don’t stop at its medicinal use, they also extend to beauty. Hair, skin and nails can benefit from the consumption of royal jelly or through external use, such as in hair masks or solutions to apply to the skin or nails.

Health benefits of royal jelly

The benefits of royal jelly can be explained by its composition, as it has great energy and antioxidant properties. “It consists on average of 66% water, 13% carbohydrates, 12% proteins, 5% lipids, 3% vitamins, enzymes and coenzymes and 1% mineral salts”, comments sports nutritionist Jaqueline Araújo do Ateliê of the look.

Amino acids, vitamins and minerals are present in large amounts in the substance. Check out the many benefits that royal jelly can have for your health below:

• Increases energy reducing physical and mental fatigue;
• Reduces stress;
• Assists in the treatment of depression, anxiety and lack of memory helping in the performance of cognitive functions;
• Stimulates the growth of neural and glial cells;
• Prevents diseases such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s;
• Increases libido and fertility;
• It has anti-inflammatory and healing properties;
• Alleviates symptoms of PMS and menopause;
• Helps in the treatment of gastritis and duodenal and stomach ulcers;
• Good for children’s bone development;
• Useful in the treatment of arthritis;
• Combats iron deficiency anemia;
• Excellent source of nutrients for those who practice physical activity;
• Helps in the treatment of cancer by decreasing nausea and discomfort in chemotherapy;
• Fights sagging;
• Helps in the production of collagen;
• Thrush treatment.

As you can see, the benefits of royal jelly are many. However, some people may have allergies or other problems with the product. If you are allergic to bee stings, for example, it is interesting to consult a doctor before starting to consume the product, as it can cause allergies. The consumption of royal jelly is also not indicated for phenylketanurics.

How to consume royal jelly

To enjoy the health benefits of royal jelly, it must be consumed. When acquiring the substance, it is possible that it comes in its natural state, in ampoules or even in capsules.

In the case of the raw substance, it is possible that it is consumed pure “daily after breakfast, putting it under the tongue with the spatula that comes with it”, comments Jaqueline. In the case of ampoules, they can be dissolved in water, juices and other beverages. Capsules are taken with a little water.

The recommended amounts for royal jelly consumption may vary: “0.5 to 1 gram daily in the morning or in case of illness or convalescence, I suggest 0.25 to 0.5g” recommends the nutritionist. Remembering that in case of doubt, make a medical appointment for consumption to be combined with your individual needs.

Where to buy and how to choose

Royal jelly is a natural product, so you need to pay attention to some details when buying. The appearance of the product is a point to be noted: “royal jelly is a gelatinous substance, of a light color”, comments Jaqueline. “It is important to verify that the product is registered with the Ministry of Agriculture, which guarantees that the product has good origin and quality and is always inspected”, emphasizes the nutritionist.

Below, we have selected some royal jelly products for you to buy online, check them out:

• Royal Jelly in natural 15g for R$ 39.90 at Melsaúde
• Royal jelly in capsules for R$ 49.90 at Natue
• Royal jelly in tablet for R$ 27.65 at Melsaúde
• Honey with royal jelly for R$ 14.75 at Melsaúde

Cosmetic use of royal jelly

Royal jelly is also an allied substance of beauty. It can be used to strengthen nails, rejuvenate the skin and also to keep hair strong, beautiful and with accelerated growth. To use royal jelly for aesthetic purposes, it is possible to make homemade recipes or even purchase products that already have royal jelly in the composition.

For the skin, you can add royal jelly to homemade mixtures to stimulate collagen production. It is also possible to exfoliate with royal jelly and some abrasive ingredient, such as sugar. For hair, the tip is to invest in products that have royal jelly in their composition. Check out beauty products with royal jelly below:

• Uncle Nacho Shampoo with Royal Jelly for R$ 23.83 at Farma Delivery
• Royal Jelly Face Cream for R$ 29.95 at Melsaúde
• Elseve shampoo with royal jelly for R$ 07.97 at Onofre
• Hair reconstructor with Aneethun royal jelly for R$ 89.00 at Mercado Livre

Royal gallery may have health and beauty benefits. Remember to follow the tips for buying quality products and follow the manufacturers instructions on the labels. In case of doubts about the use of royal jelly in health, make a medical appointment to inform yourself.

The information contained on this page is for informational purposes only. They do not replace the advice and follow-up of doctors, nutritionists, psychologists, physical education professionals and other specialists.