Throat issue when taking bee pollen

by Jeanne
(PA)

I have been taking bee pollen pills for 10 weeks. In the last 5 weeks, I have been dealing with the feeling that there is something caught in my throat all the time, having difficulty swallowing. I feel like my throat is smaller or tight. I am awaiting test results but in the meantime, came across this web page.

Also, I had a routinte colonsocopy and the doctor said my colon was discolored like I was taking massive amounts of laxatives. I asked if this could be from the bee pollen an he said no, that i had to stop taking the laxatives. I told him that I have never taken them in my life an he rolled his eyes and said, thats what they all say. Is there any chance the pollen can cause the colon to turn color from just a few months of taking it?

Angela's Comments:

Hi Jeanne,
It sounds to me like you are having an allergic reaction to the bee pollen. I would discontinue use and see if the feeling in your throat subsides.
What brand of bee pollen are you taking? A certain popular brand of bee pollen puts laxatives in their product and most people have no idea that it is in there.

Angela