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Propolis extract, propolis tincture, propolis capsules, propolis tablets, propolis powder, propolis spray, propolis ointment and propolis cream are all typically available for purchase at any health food store as well as online.
If you’re looking to take bee propolis internally, you have a lot of options, including a liquid extract, capsules, tablet or powder. If your health concern is in your mouth, like a sore throat, then a propolis spray is the way to go. If you’re looking to use propolis externally or topically, you can buy propolis ointment or propolis cream.
The recommended internal dose of bee propolis is typically 500 milligrams once or twice daily. For topical propolis products, always follow label instructions.
These are some specific and studied ways that bee propolis can be utilized:
- Common Cold and Sore Throat: 500 milligrams one to two times per day.
- Cold Sores: Apply propolis ointment to the cold sore four times per day.
- Genital Herpes: Apply a 3 percent propolis ointment to the lesions four times per day.
- Female Infertility and Endometriosis: 500 milligrams two times per day.
- Yeast Infection: Apply an alcohol extract containing 2 grams per 25 milliliters four times per day.
- Rheumatoid Arthritis: Apply a topical product according to package directions.
- Parasites: Consult a qualified healthcare practitioner on product and dosing. *
