Research, Benefits and Cautions.
Overview:
Royal jelly is a milky-white, gelatinous substance secreted by the
salivary glands of worker bees to stimulate growth and development
of queen bees.
How This Supplement Works in Your Body:
No effects on the body have been proven.
May lengthen life span
May treat bone and joint disorders, such as rheumatoid arthritis
May protect against leukemia
May contain antibiotic properties
May treat bronchial asthma
May treat insomnia
May treat liver and kidney disease
How to Use:
Available as:
Injection only.
Cautions:
Don't take if you:
Are pregnant, there is a possibility you are pregnant or plan to
become pregnant in the future.
Consult your doctor if you:
Take any medicinal drugs or herbs including aspirin, laxatives,
cold and cough remedies, antacids, vitamins, minerals, amino acids,
supplements, other prescription or nonprescription drugs.
Pregnancy:
More dangers are associated with its use than benefits.
Do not use.
Breastfeeding:
More dangers are associated with its use than benefits.
Do not use.
Infants and Children:
It is hazardous to treat infants and children under 2 with any supplement.
Storage:
Keep safely away from children.
Store in refrigerator in a tightly sealed container.
Safe dosage:
To date, there has been no "safe" dosage established
.
Toxicity:
Information on the comparative-toxicity rating cannot be found in
standard references.
Side Effects:
Signs and symptoms : What to do:
Life-threatening anaphylaxis may follow injections: Symptoms include
immediate severe itching, paleness, low blood pressure, loss of
consciousness, coma. : Yell for help. Don't leave victim.
Begin CPR (cardio pulmonary resuscitation), mouth-to-mouth breathing
and external cardiac massage. Have someone dial "0" (operator) or
911 (emergency). Don't stop CPR until help arrives.