Honey Honey is the natural sweet Honey contains certain enzymes substance produced by honey that act as a catalyst in the bees using the nectar they digestion process of humans. collect from flowers. It is used as a dressing for wounds and ulcers to speed It is stored by bees as food for up the skin’s healing process. the cooler winter period. Pollen Pollen is a high protein Pollen is the protein substance with antioxidant and nourishment of the bees. immune-regulation properties. It is used by athletes as It is used specifically to feed a food supplement the larvae in the brood. to improve sports performance. Royal Jelly Royal Jelly is used to feed Royal Jelly is all bee larvae, as well as used as a general adult queen bees. health tonic, to fight the effects It has a high of aging, and to boost the nutrient content. immune system. Propolis Propolis is made by bees from Propolis is a complex tree resin and mixed with wax, resinous substance, honey and enzymes. with antimicrobial and antiseptic properties. It is used to contain potential It is used as a mouthwash. pathogens and seal out large It is used to seal open hive intruders. cuts in plants after pruning. It is used by bees to seal crevices/ small openings in the nest. Venom Venom is used by worker Venom is used in apitherapy bees to defend themselves for its antiarthritic and and the hive against antihystaminic properties. predators. It is used to formulate vaccines against allergies from The act of stinging Hymenoptera venom. causes bee’s death. Wax Wax is a fatty substance Wax is waterproof secreted by bees used and is used in to build the honeycomb cosmetics skin care and seal the cells. products. It is used as a protective coating in carpentry and to make candles. Queen bees and swarms are bred and selected for genetic improvement; increase pollination services; and can be an additional source of income. With the technical support of: FAO, 2020 FAO, CA8049EN/1/04.20 .