‘Food of the Gods’ – a title given to Ambrosia, Perga, or Bee Bread (as we like to call it) by the ancient Greeks. Back in the day, they would feed it to their Olympic athletes to boost their performance and improve recovery times. While still eaten by athletes today, many other bee bread benefits have attracted much attention from the west.
WHAT IS BEE BREAD?
Bee bread is a small pellet containing pollen, along with nectar or honey. The exact bee bread composition varies depending on the plants the bees have foraged from.
Often confused with ‘bee pollen’, bee bread is a fermented version, which is regarded as having a higher nutritional value. It is the bee’s saliva, containing a vast range of probiotic bacteria and yeast, which kicks off the fermentation process and increases the bioavailability of the super food.
BEE BREAD BENEFITS FOR HUMANS
Early Egyptians and the Ancient Chinese considered bee bread to have incredible healing properties.
Over the years, many studies have examined bee bread benefits and found promising results. Here are some of the key findings..
It’s supercharged with over 250 nutrients
Rich in natural antioxidants
Boosts and supports liver health
Natural ability to fight inflammation
Strengthens the immune system
Alleviates symptoms of the menopause
Reduces stress and relieves tiredness