Aqueous extract of Kohdasht propolis

Propolis or propolis, which is called “bee glue” It is also said that it is a resin substance that is collected by bees from different types of plants. Propolis has many healing properties and it is safe to say that it is an extraordinary potion. Chemical analyzes have shown that it consists mainly of resin (50%), wax (30%), essential oils (10%), pollen (5%), and other organic compounds (5%). Also, propolis contains important vitamins, including vitamins B1, B2, B6, C, and E. Some useful minerals have been observed in propolis, the most important of which include magnesium, calcium, potassium, sodium, copper, zinc, manganese, and iron. The amount and type of propolis compounds can be different depending on the place, time of collection and production method. Various solvent extracts are obtained from propolis depending on the purpose and application, including aqueous, alcoholic, glycolic (propylene glycol), glycerol, acidic, and ethyl acetate extracts. In Kohdasht Khorasan production, blue propolis extract is prepared from high quality propolis under completely hygienic conditions according to modern methods. Some of the benefits of propolis are improving digestive parasites, care and sexual hygiene, such as preventing the growth of fungi that infect the reproductive system, preventing and treating gingivitis in the form of mouthwash, maintaining the softness and freshness of the skin, healing wounds, strengthening the immune system, and Preventing the reproduction of viruses, especially respiratory viruses such as the influenza virus. Therefore, consuming propolis during the coronavirus epidemic can be effective in preventing the disease. Also, studies have been conducted on the effect of propolis on cancers, which have usually been associated with favorable results.