honeybees make bee pollen from the flower nectar and pollen they collect. Proponents of this product, which is available in granule, tablet and capsule forms, claim it can be beneficial in the treatment of several health conditions. Suggested uses for bee pollen include weight loss, and the treatment of asthma and diabetes, according to Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center. Bee pollen is a rich source of vitamins, minerals and essential fatty acids, which may be beneficial in relieving symptoms of allergies. If you have an allergy to pollen, ragweed, bees, honey or mums, don't use bee pollen. Check with your doctor before using any natural remedy.
Step 1
Test your reaction to bee pollen by placing a very small amount under your tongue. If you are using capsule form, open a single capsule and use a tiny pinch of that instead. Placing any substance under your tongue, or sublingually, allows it to be absorbed into your bloodstream quickly. If you experience a reaction such as a runny nose or watery eyes, start by using less of the pollen. According to the website Bee Pollen Buzz, some individuals may be very sensitive to bee pollen at first, but symptoms should subside with continued exposure to small amounts.
Step 2
Increase the amount of bee pollen you take each day, maintaining the same dosage if you experience allergy symptoms. Continue until you are able to take a full dose of bee pollen, which you can determine by reading the manufacturer's directions or asking your doctor.
Step 3
Take a full dose of bee pollen daily. If you are using tablets or capsules, take them in the morning with breakfast. If you use the granules, you can add them to cereal, yogurt, cottage cheese or any other cold or cooled foods. Heat can destroy valuable enzymes, so allow hot food like oatmeal to cool before adding bee pollen granules. Bee pollen granules can also be eaten right off the spoon, according to Bee Pollen Buzz. The granules have a chewy texture and a unique flavor that is usually found to be palatable.
Step 4
Monitor yourself for symptoms of allergies and lower your daily dosage if they occur. Use bee pollen for your allergy symptoms under the guidance of your physician and keep track of your symptoms in a notebook. Bring the notebook with you to your physician's appointments so that together you can track your progress and make adjustments as necessary.
Tips and Warnings
- See your doctor before using any dietary supplement.
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