Evidence supporting the use of: Bee propolis
For the health condition: Eye Infections

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Scientific
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Bee propolis, a resinous substance produced by bees, has a long history of use in traditional medicine for various ailments due to its antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties. In recent years, scientific interest has grown regarding its potential role in treating or supporting eye infections. Several in vitro and animal studies have demonstrated that bee propolis possesses significant antibacterial, antifungal, and antiviral activities, which could theoretically help address pathogens involved in ocular infections such as conjunctivitis and keratitis. For example, some research has shown that propolis extracts can inhibit the growth of Staphylococcus aureus and Pseudomonas aeruginosa, both common culprits in eye infections (Santos et al., 2010). Additionally, propolis has demonstrated anti-inflammatory effects in ocular tissues in some animal models.

However, direct clinical evidence in humans is limited. Most of the available data come from laboratory or preclinical animal studies, and there are few, if any, high-quality randomized controlled trials assessing the efficacy or safety of bee propolis specifically for eye infections in people. Safety concerns, such as potential allergic reactions, also need to be considered. In summary, while there is a scientific rationale and some early evidence supporting the antimicrobial potential of bee propolis for eye infections, robust clinical validation in humans is currently lacking.

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