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Help Prevent Colds and Flu, 7 Top Tips

Wednesday, April 17th, 2013

Help Prevent Colds and Flu, 7 Top Tips

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1. Lemon juice! It helps restore the alkali balance in the body. Bacteria thrives in an overly acidic system. Have it in water, tea, salad dressings etc.

2. Avoid caffeine, it dehydrates you which makes you more susceptible to colds and flu. Try herbal teas instead or hot lemon &  honey (try manuka).

3. Eat more protein.  That’s right, carbs spike sugar levels in blood due to their high glycemic index which stresses the immune system and encourages bacteria growth.

4. Go easy on over the counter remedies. They often contain the same things like acetaminophen (as in tylenol etc). An overload can damage the liver.

Also read the label! Several cough syrups we found contain chloroform  (eek!) not to mention ingredients that have been shown to be carcinogenic in large amounts. Now that ones guzzles these things I hope but still…who wants consume any of that stuff or think of children doing so. Remember all the cough syrup recalls a few years ago? There are lots of better natural remedies out there that do no harm and could provide more than just helping you feel better temporarily like most OTCs do.

5. Exercise. Research has shown that those who exercise regularly have half as many sick days due to colds and flus. Just because it’s winter that’s no excuse to lounge around on your backside. You may end up paying a price! However- over exercising has been shown to reduce immune function. See an article written my one of our nutritionists for Sportsister Magazine.

6. Eliminate refined white sugar. Don’t even get us started. It’s hideous and a top cause for immune stress and other body calamities. Artificial sweeteners can be just as bad. Use natural sweeteners like stevia or agave or better still, honey. Side bar- sugar is the absolute, most aging thing you can eat. If you battle cravings, ee our recipe for sugar free chocolate truffles. Delish.

7. Dare we say it? Have a good immune support supplement at hand to take daily or  at the first instance of a nasty bug rearing it’s ugly head or when feeling run down. It’s the ONE supplement you don’t want to be without in the winter months or during allergy season. A well functioning immune system is the best insurance you can have when it comes to helping fight off illness. Like a multivitamin, it’s a great supplement to take one year round. Bee Prepared immune support contains only natural ingredients which are not usually found in a regular diet (bee propolis, black elderberry, olive leaf , beta glucans, astaxanthin and more) which support, but never over stimulate the immune system. Sold in Health food stores, organic groceries and chemists and through our online partners. See our stockist page for details.

 

See recent Daily Mail article on the ‘bee medicine packed’ ‘It Vit’ even celebs love: Daily Mail Article

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The History of BEE Propolis and Why It’s so Beneficial For Human Health

Monday, December 3rd, 2012

Throughout history Bee propolis has been known to be one of nature’s most unique & exciting substances. Bee propolis comes from resins collected from trees and plants by bees.  The resin collected is then combined with wax to make bee propolis. The bees use the sticky propolis to seal the hive and to create a sterile environment, free from microbes and other invaders. It is said that a bee hive is one of the most sanitary places on earth.

Humans have been using bee propolis medicinally, both internally and externally,  for centuries.  Ancient Egyptians, Greeks and Romans used bee propolis for wound healing. From the 12th Century, bee propolis was used to aid in healing mouth ulcers and throat infections.  In the first and second world war, propolis was used in first aid to reduce wound infection and to speed healing.  Modern applications of bee propolis have expanded into skin care, dental care, digestive health, immune support, and cancer treatment. Bee propolis is highly beneficial for human health.

With research and clinical trials, the medicinal applications and actions of propolis are being discovered and better understood.  Bee propolis is rich in nutrients and other constituents, such as flavonoids, which are responsible for its antibacterial, antiviral, anti-fungal, anti-inflammatory, and anti-tumor actions.

One area of clinical focus is the beneficial immune supporting actions of bee propolis.  Propolis supports the immune system by promoting the body’s natural defenses and resistance to bacterial, viral and fungal infections.  It has been found to stimulate the production and action of macrophages, immune cells involved in the defense against microbial invaders in the development of antibodies. Bee propolis has been used throughout history as nature’s wellness formula.

Propolis also disrupts the proliferation of bacteria cells by inhibiting cell division and by destroying their cell structure. These actions reduce the life and the spread of bacteria internally and externally.  Laboratory studies have investigated propolis’ anti-inflammatory properties.  Constituents in bee propolis prevent the production of prostaglandins, pro-inflammatory hormone-like substances which occur naturally in the body.  By preventing prostaglandin production, bee propolis helps to reduce inflammation in the body.

Recent studies have explored propolis’ application in cancer treatment. Researchers have found that bee propolis may aid in reducing growth factors which encourage cancer tumor growth.  Bee propolis may also encourage cancer cell death through apoptosis.

Bees and their products have provided us with food, flowers and wellness for centuries.  Out of all of the bee products, bee propolis is proving to be one of the most dynamic, beneficial and useful in regards to long term health and well being. As discussed, it’s documented immunomodulating and anti-inflammatory actions in the body make propolis effective in treating acute and chronic conditions such as:

  • Colds and flu
  • Sore throat and chest infections
  • Skin infections and inflammation
  • Candida and intestinal conditions
  • Cancer

We are indebted to the bees for the magnificent products they provide for our enjoyment, health and survival.  It is important to ensure their lives are sustained and protected.

References for are available upon request.  The primary source of references is Pub Med published research.

Erin McCann NT, ND, Dip CNM

Nutrition Consultant for Unbeelievable Health

www.being-balanced.com

Don’t Pick Up More Than Your Luggage on Your Next Trip!

Sunday, May 20th, 2012

 

Cabin air, yikes....

We all know how easy it is to pick up nasty lurgies when traveling, what with the crowded airports & train stations, the recycled airplane air seething with germs… you know the drill. Who wants to arrive at their destination, be it for business or pleasure, feeling poorly?

BEE Prepared immune support fans have been writing to us that BEE Prepared immune support wellness formula is a travel MUST have (see testimonials tab).

Make sure to help boost up your immune system & support your body’s natural defences before & during travel by eating healthy & considering supplementing your diet with some of mother nature’s natural remedies. BP’s natural immune boosting heros; bee propolis, black elderberry, olive leaf & beta glucans work wonders. New MAX strength Bee Prepared also contains reishi mushroom & astaxanthin along with more concentrated amounts of the four original ingredients when you need an extra boost. Both products are bursting with anti oxidants as well.

Keep your immune system in top flight shape!

ALSO:

  • Drink plenty of water before & after your trip.
  • DON’T booze it up! Alcohol can weaken your defences & intensify jetlag.
  • Eat healthily. Avoid the temptation to eat airport fast food. Make sure you have nuts or  healthy snacks at hand.
  • Avoid sweets! Bacteria & viruses replicate faster when there is an abundance of sugar in the system.
  • Get plenty of rest, which of course we all know, but sometimes don’t do whilst traveling. Crucial!

 

Why BEE Propolis is FANTASTIC for Colds, Flu & Hay Fever & MORE

Wednesday, May 2nd, 2012

By Colin Platt

A little known cure for flu, Propolis, nature’s wellness formula, also known as “the Defender of the Hive”, which is a natural product given to us by the bees, and used centuries ago by the ancient Egyptians in one of their most sacred rites, mummification, has now found its way back as an immune stimulant to fight colds and flu.

This more or less unknown substance has amazed modern scientists and researchers over the last decade. They have found that this bye product from the bees is not only an immune stimulant, but has proven to be a natural antibiotic, having antibacterial, antifungal AND antiviral properties.

Although bee-product remedies were largely discarded in the West in favor of synthetic medicine in the latter part of the 20th Century, their resurgence is burgeoning, particularly as modern antibiotics are proving increasingly ineffective against mutating strains of flu viruses and bacteria.

Bacteria and viruses have learned to survive on this earth longer than man or beast. In fact bacteria were the first forms of life on earth and have been around for four billion years. Like all living organisms they have their own innate intelligence and ability to evolve in a way that guarantees their survival.

Bees, it seems have found a way to beat bacteria at the survival game with a miraculous substance in Propolis created from plant resins. If we want to protect ourselves from constantly evolving cold and flu pathogens, we can take a lesson from the bees and turn again to Propolis to safeguard our most precious possession, our health,

So, what is Propolis? Known as bee glue or bee putty is a mixture of tree resins and bee secretions used in the construction and maintenance of the hive.

Bees use the sticky substance to line the walls of the hive and stop up cracks when constructing their habitat. Virtually every surface in the hive is coated with a thin layer of the sterilizing substance. The hive needs to be sterile, as thousands of bees living in the hive have to establish an environment which is free from disease and fungal infections.

Interestingly, the bees encase the hive entrance with this ‘sticky’ substance, and in order to access the hive the bees must crawl through the entrance which cleanses them of any bacteria and keeps the hive safe for its inhabitants. If by chance any foreign body which they are unable to physically remove such as a spider or mouse enters the hive it is first immobilized and then swathed in a cocoon of Propolis, in effect mummifying them to ensure the continued sterility of the hive.

Healthcare providers are constantly seeking new ways to cure flu and fight off potential catastrophic epidemics which modern pharmaceuticals are finding it difficult to treat. The latest H1N1 swine flu virus is a case in point. Could it be that a centuries old product from the hive will re-emerge as the magic bullet they have been looking for?

Unlike antibiotics, we can take Propolis daily as a cure for flu, and as a preventative measure to strengthen our immunity to a vast array of illnesses. It is now available worldwide from good health stores.

Be Aware At the time of this article, clinical trials with Propolis on pregnant women has not been evaluated, so it would be wise to check with your health provider first.

If you are breastfeeding, then the same applies.

Also, if you are allergic to bee stings or honey then Propolis could induce a serious reaction. Other side effects similar to a sting are inflammation and redness of the skin.

Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Colin_Platt

 

Source Natural’s WELLNESS FORMULA taken off the Shelves. NOW What?

Tuesday, March 27th, 2012

Thanks to the EU Herbal Directive, most medicinal herbs & herbs used in nutritional supplements now require a license. In addition, food supplements which might have contained one or herbs in their formulas have now been banned. Many of our favourite products have now been taken off the shelves in the EU sadly.

One was Source Natural’s WELLNESS FORMULA, which in the days before our own immune boosting products were created, was a medicine cabinet immune support staple of ours to help fight off colds and flu.

In the meantime if you were a fan of Source Natural’s WELLNESS FORMULA, why not consider our BEE Prepared immune support DAILY DEFENCE wellness formula which combines Bee propolis, black elderberry, olive leaf & beta glucans or Bee Prepared immune support MAX STRENGTH which is more concentrated and also contains astaxanthin (the most powerful antioxidant known to exist) as well as reishi mushroom extract. Both pack a serious punch and contain only the highest quality, naturally sourced ingredients.

All these tight restrictions on natural & herbal remedies is all a bit mad & unfair we feel. If you want to learn more about it click here:

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-1382135/Herbal-medicines-banned-EU-directive-comes-force.html

This is also a brilliant article by our pal Soroya at Optibac Probiotics with all the basic info of what is happening with these EU regulations restricting claims on natural health products!

http://www.optibacprobiotics.co.uk/blog/289-take-action-stand-up-for-natural-health.html

If you want to get involved somehow to help ensure regular old vitamins & food supplements aren’t next, click here to learn what The Alliance for Natural Health Europe are up to:

http://www.anh-europe.org/about-us

 

 

BEE Prepared immune support Recommended by Janey Lee Grace

Tuesday, March 20th, 2012

Janey Lee Grace, TV & Radio personality & best selling writer on natural products & health knows the natural alternative to everything. Janey has made it her life’s passion to source, seek, test and recommend the best natural eco and organic products and services in the market place.

We are delighted to have had our wellness formula, BEE Prepared immune support  selected as a ‘Janey Loves’ product. As far as immune boosters go, it doesn’t get more natural than BEE Prepared immune support’s combination of bee propolis, black elderberry, olive leaf & beta glucans. The new more concentrated MAX strength version also adds reishi mushroom & astaxanthin, one of nature’s most powerful antioxidants to the mix. The supplements are made in the UK from the highest quality food sourced ingredients.

BEE Prepared immune support products are great to help keep colds & flu at bay & are also helpful for hay fever symptoms. Many swear by it before & during travel as well so as not to pick up more than luggage!

Janey Lee Grace is also a big fan of bees so we really look forward to working with her & her team on continuing to help raise awareness about how important bees are & how we can all help halt their decline. Check out Janey’s site:

http://www.imperfectlynatural.com/Janey_Loves/supplements.htm

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Who IS UnBEElievable Health & What are They All About?

Sunday, February 26th, 2012

by Erin McCann NT ND mBANT

Nutritional Therapist

Unbeelievable Health is an environmentally conscious company committed to making it easier for busy people to be healthier, naturally.  In an attempt to reduce our carbon foot print, we take special care to source our ingredients in the EU while manufacturing our products in the UK. Our passion for bees drives our dedication to raising awareness about the important role bees play in our world and to educating individuals on how they can support the sustainability of bees.  Multi award winning Bee Prepared Immune Support has been approved by the Vegetarian Society and provides quality natural ingredients in an ‘all in one’ potent formula.

Bee Prepared Immune Support products combine high quality, naturally sourced extracts of bee propolis, black elderberry, olive leaf and beta glucans.  The Max Strength version has the added benefit of reishi mushroom, an immune tonic used medicinally for centuries, and astaxathin, one of nature’s strongest antioxidants. The combination of ingredients provides a broad spectrum of vitamins, minerals and phytonutrients which contribute to overall health.

Each ingredient has unique antiviral, antibacterial, antifungal, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant actions to support immune function; a few of which are highlighted:

  • Bee propolis has potent antimicrobial actions and supports immune cells to combat bacterial and viral infections.
  • Black elderberry contains high levels of vitamin C and phytonutrients, such as quercitin, which have clinically proven anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antihistamine and antiviral actions in the body.
  • Olive leaf enhances the body’s immune cell function against fungal, viral, bacterial and paracitic infections.
  • Beta glucans support the body in creating antibodies against microbial infection and have been found to 9x’s more effective than Echinacea in enhancing immune response.
  • Astaxanthin is one of nature’s most potent carotenoid antioxidants which reduce inflammation, support immune response, and encourage recovery.
  • Reishi has potent antiviral, antibacterial, antifungal, antihistamine and antioxidant actions in the body.

Bee Prepared Immune Support can be taken year round for immune support or at specific times when additional support may be needed.  Bee Prepared is recommended for support during the following:

  • Daily maintenance
  • Cold and flu season
  • Hay Fever season  (Max Strength best)
  • Before and during travelling
  • When feeling run down
  • Periods of high stress  (Max Strength best)
  • Detox programs for immune support and antioxidant actions
  • Athletic training and increased physical activity  (Max Strength)

Bolstering our products, Bee Prepared was recently voted ‘Best Supplement 2011’ in the ‘Your Healthy Living Awards’ and has won two other awards.  Customer testimonials also endorse the effectiveness of Bee Prepared.

Bee Prepared Immune Support is the ideal wellness formula and should be a staple in everyone’s medicine chest.

www.unbeelievablehealth.co.uk

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Erin McCann NT ND mBANT

Nutrition Consultant to Unbeelievable Health Ltd.

www.being-balanced.com

erin@being-balanced.com

0787 264 5270

BEE Prepared immune support now sold in Whole Foods Market UK

Monday, February 6th, 2012

One of our fave stores, Whole Foods Market, is now selling our BEE Prepared immune support wellness formula in its UK Stores. Whole Foods Market UK is simply fab & if you haven’t been; run, do not walk to check them out.  Oh the glories of the  fresh nut butter machines (even pistachio!), the make-your-own-museli bar, the schtonkingly fresh produce & fish. Please, do not get us going about the honey selection. And of course, the natural health section is excellent.

We look forward to doing in-store sampling & telling Whole Foods Market customers about our new versions of our wellness formula BEE Prepared immune support (Bee prepared was voted Best Supplement 2011). New BP Daily Defence & MAX Strength are not only great for colds & flu but also for hay fever & for helping keep your system functioning  well during stressful times, dieting & detoxing & before & during travel. A blend of bee propolis, black elderberry, olive leaf & beta glucans, BP daily defence will help keep you fighting fit. The MAX Strength is more concentrated & also contains astaxanthin, natures most powerful anti-oxidant & reishi mushroom, an amazing immune tonic. BEE well this season.

http://wholefoodsmarket.com/stores/uk/

Daily Candy Gives Thumbs UP for Bee Prepared Immune Support!

Monday, January 23rd, 2012

Survival of the Fittest

2012 London Health and Wellness Guide

 

 

 

http://www.dailycandy.com/london/article/118297/2012-London-Health-and-Wellness-Guide

Daily Candy ROCKS!! We are thrilled that our BEE Prepared immune support wellness formula made their Top 5 Tip List for getting healthy! Cool. Let’s face it, after a holiday often spent gorging on a cornucopia of  mince pies, giant hunks-o-cheese  and more, all washed down with copious amounts of  joy juice (chardonnay shooters & the like) who doesn’t feel like getting fit come January & February? However detoxing, dieting & intense exercise regimes can all tax your immune system. Make sure  the lurgies don’t wreck your plans for getting in shape again!  Are YOU prepared with ideal all round wellness formula? BEE well in 2012!

Six of the Best Natural Immune System Boosters! Courtesy Mother Nature

Sunday, January 22nd, 2012

Do Not End Up Like This!

Bee Propolis Extract: Propolis, nature’s wellness formula, has been used for centuries for its healing properties, both internally and externally. This historical use of bee propolis is not surprising when considering how bees apply propolis, combined with a waxy substance, to seal and sterilize their hives. Propolis has broad anti-microbial properties in addition to antioxidant properties through its rich flavonoid content. Research has demonstrated that in addition to anti-viral, anti-bacterial and anti-fungal actions, propolis appears to support immune function by stimulating macrophage and natural killer cell reaction to bacteria or flu viruses. Propolis can be anti-inflammatory through inhibiting prostaglandin production.

Elderberry Berry Extract: Elderberry berries contain a variety of bioflavonoids which are anti-oxidant compounds. These flavonoids provide the immune supportive and anti-viral properties that have been attributed to elderberries. Clinical studies have shown encouraging results when using elderberry extract in influenza infection, where people given elderberry extract appear to reduce flu symptoms more quickly than those given a placebo. The immunomodulating effects of elderberry enhance the body’s natural defenses while compounds in elderberry change the virus cell wall structure which makes it difficult for viruses to infect healthy cells and replicate. These processes aids in reducing the spread of infection.  Elderberry also contains high levels of vitamin C and the flavonoid, quercitin. Both of these nutrients have anti-histamine actions which may help to reduce hay fever symptoms. It is also bursting with antioxidants.

Olive leaf extract: Olive leaves contain an antioxidant phenolic compound called oleuropein, which has antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory actions. Olive leaf supports the immune systems by enhancing phagocytosis, improving the immune cell’s ability to kill microbial invaders. Oleuropein also has potent anti-viral action, disrupting viral replication by damaging the viral membrane and DNA.  The anti-inflammatory properties of olive leaf extract also help to improve immune function and to reduce allergic rhinitis and hay fever symptoms. An ideal wellness ingredient.

Beta 1,3 – 1,6 Glucans:  Beta Glucans are derived from yeast cell walls. Beta Glucan benefits are in their ability to reduce susceptibility to infection. Beta 1,3 and 1,6 Glucan aid the immune system by binding to immune cells, particularly neurophils. This binding assists the cells to identify microbial invaders and primes the immune cells for defense activity, similarly to how a vaccine works, without over-stimulating the immune system. Beta glucans are particularly useful against fungal and viral infections. That means when a microbial infection occurs, the immune ´troops’ are already in position and ready to fight. Beta glucans therefore hold exciting possibilities for those with lowered immunity or those particularly vulnerable to viral infections.  When higher quality beta glucans are used, less is needed for improved absorption and bio-availability.

Astaxanthin: Astaxanthin is a powerful antioxidant, anti-inflammatory caratonoid found naturally in algae. It supports the immune system by encouraging the body’s natural virus and bacteria killing mechanisms and cell mediated immune responses. It also helps to reduce inflammation which may help to reduce cold, flu and hay fever symptoms, as well as, possibly speed recovery.

Reishi mushroom:  Reishi mushrooms have been used for centuries as immune tonics in Traditional Chinese Medicine.  Reishi has antiviral, antibacterial and antifungal properties and it supports the body’s immune system through the production of immune cells and activation of both the innate and adaptive immune system. Reishi may also be helpful in regulating allergies and hay fever symptoms due to its immunomodulating action, in addition to its high levels of lanostan, a natural antihistamine.  Reishi stimulates the body to produce its own antioxidant enzymes in addition to having its own antioxidant properties.

Erin McCann NT ND mBANT

Nutritional Therapist – Naturopath

www.Being-Balanced.com 

 

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