Oros Machaira Propolis Tincture

What propolis is

Propolis is one of the many products the bee produces. Propolis is used by bees for two reasons: on the one hand to seal the hive, and on the other to sterilise its interior. Bees create propolis by collecting resinous secretions from the bark of plants and mixing them with wax, pollen and various other enzymes. This mixture gives one of the most distinctive products of the hive.

Propolis has an impressive chemical composition. Resin, essential oils and pollen are just a few of its components. It also has aromatic substances, vitamins and trace elements which together make it an excellent natural product. The tincture form (combined with pure alcohol) makes it easier to use and to keep.

Characteristics

People have used propolis since ancient times. It owes its characteristic aroma and dark colour to the resins and flavonoids it contains:

• a strong, resinous aroma and a bitter, astringent taste

• a dark brown colour that stains easily

The composition of propolis varies with the flora of the area and the season it is collected in.

Directions for use

INTERNAL USE: Start with 1 spray, three times a day. From the 2nd day you can continue with 2–3 sprays, three times a day. It is good to also increase the amount of water you drink while using it. For children under twelve, it is best to dilute it with a third of a glass of water.

EXTERNAL USE: For topical use, apply it directly onto the skin, two to three times a day. For children under twelve years old, it is best applied using a cotton swab rather than directly with the spray.

Please note

• If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult your doctor before taking propolis

• People who are allergic to honey, bee pollen, royal jelly, conifers or poplars should not use propolis unless they are first examined by an allergist.

Important: Propolis stains. It is very important to be careful when using it so that you do not ruin your clothes. Also, if you use a glass of water (for children), the glass may become stained.

Store in a cool place

*Propolis tincture is a natural product, not a medicine: it does not prevent, treat or cure any disease. Under no circumstances is it a substitute for the medicines your doctor prescribes — always follow your doctor’s instructions. It is best to consult your doctor even about combining propolis tincture with other medicines.