Bee Propolis for Flu Symptom Relief?

In this study, the scientists reported their findings that there is strong evidence that propolis (in this study a water based propolis from Brazil) has an anti-influenza effect.

The compounds in propolis that demonstrate the anti-flu properties are called caffeoylquinic acids. One of these compounds, Caffeic Acid Phenethyl Ester, has been shown in other studies to have many other health benefits.

So, with all of this being said, what do I do when a flu bug is floating around? I keep a bottle of water based propolis in the house at all times and in my car. (I prefer the water based over the alcohol based propolis as it tastes much better and isn't a resinous or sticky) If I come in contact with someone who has the flu, I take a full dropper full as soon after our encounter as possible. I do the same if I am in a room with people who are currently ill. I will also take a dropper full in the morning and several times throughout the day, including right before bed. I continue this dosing schedule until I am sure that I am not coming down with the flu or the threat has passed!

If propolis tinctures are not your thing, I suggest trying propolis capsules or raw, propolis chunks.

The entire study can be found in the journal Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine, Volume 2011.

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