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Bee Bread: The Fermented Fuel of the Hive!

Bee bread is a naturally fermented bee product that plays a vital role in the hive and has caught the attention of scientists for its potential health benefits. What Bee Bread is Made Of Bee bread is primarily composed of pollen, nectar or honey, and enzymes secreted by bees. Once bees pack pollen into honeycomb cells and mix it with their saliva, natural fermentation occurs. This process is driven by microorganisms like lactic acid bacteria (LAB) and yeast present in the hive, creating a nutrient-dense food. Think of it as… Read More »Bee Bread: The Fermented Fuel of the Hive!

Bee-yond Ordinary: The Magic of Royal Jelly!

Royal jelly is a nutrient-rich secretion produced by worker bees, primarily to nourish their queen bee throughout her life. (In case you are wondering how do they which one is a potential queen, click here) It makes her bigger and fertile. On the other hand, the worker bee larvae are fed royal jelly only for 2-3 days after they hatch, thereafter they are fed bee bread. Royal jelly is a creamy, milky substance composed of about 60-70% water, 12-15% proteins, 10-16% sugars, 3-6% lipids, and 2-3% vitamins, minerals, and bioactive… Read More »Bee-yond Ordinary: The Magic of Royal Jelly!