Content
It is necessary to store bee bread at home, observing certain rules and storage periods. Bee bread is a natural product, so it is important to listen to advice, not to make a mistake in choosing a product, and not to violate the rules of product proximity.
Beneficial properties of bee bread
This product is characterized by a high content of vitamins and microelements, and it does not cause allergic reactions like pollen. The composition depends on the area where the bees collected pollen, the climate and the collection period. Bees process the collected pollen, preparing it for food during the winter, so it stores an increased concentration of nutrients and is quickly absorbed by the body. It contains:
- omega-6 and omega-3;
- products of vitamin A formation;
- potassium, magnesium, copper, zinc and phosphorus;
- amino acids;
- group B and vitamin E;
- natural equivalents of hormones.
“Bee bread” is used for the following medicinal purposes:
- Improving the functioning of the nervous system. Thanks to B6 and magnesium, there is a positive effect on mood and performance.Stress and depression are indications for the use of bee bread. It has been proven to have a positive effect on brain function, so it can be given to school-age children to improve concentration and perseverance.
- Increasing skin elasticity and moisturizing. Vitamins A and E affect the deep layers of the epidermis and improve collagen production.
- Detoxification. The enzymes contained in the product support the functioning of the liver and help remove toxins accumulated in it. Antiseptic properties affect infections in the gastrointestinal tract and improve digestion. This helps restore digestion and release necessary enzymes by the body.
- Reproductive system support. Vitamin E is indicated for improving women's health, so bee bread should be consumed during the period of conception and preparation for pregnancy. It has a direct effect on the male reproductive system - it improves overall health and blood supply to organs, and is a prevention of prostatitis.
- Cardiovascular support. Potassium, contained in high concentrations in bee bread, improves heart function, and easy digestibility allows all elements to reach their goal faster. For hypertension, bee bread is taken before meals, and for low blood pressure - after.
- The vitamins, antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties of all bee products make them indispensable immune stimulants. If you have an autoimmune disease (abnormal functioning of the immune system), you should avoid taking bee bread so as not to aggravate the course of the disease.
- Assistance in recovery after operations or serious illnesses.The regenerative properties of the product have a positive effect on damaged tissues and help the body quickly return to normal functioning due to the high concentration and digestibility of vitamins.
- For some types of allergies, bee bread is used as an active supplement that helps develop immunity and relieve symptoms.
Ground bee bread is often used in cosmetology. It can be used as an additional component to masks, mixed with honey or cream. Used in the treatment of eczema, inflammatory processes, acne, peeling and itching. Age-related changes are one of the indications for the use of cosmetics based on “bee bread”, as it deeply nourishes the skin, moisturizes it and smoothes out wrinkles.
How to take bee bread
For preventive purposes, it is enough to take one tablespoon of the product mixed with honey in the morning with meals. For anemia and to increase immunity, you can make an infusion: 200 g of honey and 50 g of bee bread per 1 liter of warm water. You need to insist for a couple of days, and then drink half a glass three times a day before meals.
To improve the functioning of the digestive system, with premenstrual syndrome you need to drink 1 teaspoon three times a day.
How to dry bee bread at home
Before drying, it is removed from the honeycomb and thoroughly cleaned of wax. At home, bee bread is dried in a special electric dryer that provides constant high temperature (40 degrees). During the process, you need to monitor the consistency: do not leave it raw and prevent it from crumbling; to do this, you can crush it with your fingers and check for readiness.Without a special apparatus, the product must be dried in a warm and dry room for several months.
How to store bee bread at home
Depending on the release form, the storage method also changes. A natural product without preservatives requires special attention and compliance with storage requirements. Bee bread does not spoil for a long time at home; the main thing is to choose the appropriate type of processing.
How to store bee bread in granules
In granular form, the product is stored much longer and easier. It is cleared of impurities, dried, and therefore the risk of fermentation or mold growth is reduced.
It is necessary to store beebread in granules in a dry place, with an air temperature not exceeding 20 degrees. It is advisable to protect it from direct sunlight. Storage at home requires isolation from humidity and constant contact with air. If the temperature is incorrect and the humidity is high, the pollen will quickly lose some of its vitamins, chemical compounds will begin to break down, and the product will become useless.
How to store bee bread with honey
By adding liquid honey to it, you can get a kind of paste, which also has healing properties. It is easier to take, but you should completely rule out the possibility of allergies. Before mixing with honey, it is better to grind or chop the product.
Bee bread paste can be stored in the refrigerator, which will increase its shelf life somewhat, or at room temperature.
How to store ground bee bread at home
You can grind it at home: by hand or in a coffee grinder. Plastic utensils can affect the composition of the product, so it is better to choose glass. It should be dark, not allow sunlight to pass through.The refrigerator will not provide low humidity; you need to place the bee bread in a cool but dry place.
Storing bee bread in honeycombs at home
Bee bread can be stored without removing it from the honeycomb. The shelf life will not change, but you must follow the basic storage rules:
- place in a tight package or jar that prevents access to oxygen;
- keep in the refrigerator at a temperature of +3-+4 degrees;
- limit contact with products with strong odors.
You can use it in this form together with honeycombs.
Is it possible to store bee bread in the refrigerator?
Products with a strong odor are often stored in the refrigerator, product proximity is not always observed, and high humidity is created. This means that the refrigerator is not suitable for storing processed pollen in dry form, however, mixed with honey as a natural preservative, it can be placed in the refrigerator.
How long does bee bread last?
A dangerous enemy of bee bread is high humidity. Under such conditions, its shelf life is reduced to several days. The product becomes moldy and becomes dangerous for use.
The most difficult thing is to store in honeycombs - for this it is necessary to create the right conditions: absence of insects, humidity, temperature no higher than 15 degrees, minimal penetration of sunlight.
In granules or mixed with honey, the shelf life of bee bread increases to 1 year. You can keep it longer if you follow all the rules, but the product will lose its medicinal properties and will be almost useless. The fresher the collection, the more vitamins are preserved in it.
Conclusion
Storing bee bread at home is not easy. “Bee bread” is a truly healthy product, enriched with all the microelements and vitamins necessary for humans; it has a wide range of uses. However, as with any natural product, it requires compliance with storage rules and consultation with a doctor before use.
