Evidence supporting the use of: Bee products
For the body system: Prostate

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 3

Bee products, particularly bee pollen, propolis, and honey, have been studied for their potential benefits in supporting prostate health. Of these, bee pollen and propolis are the most commonly referenced in relation to prostate support. Scientific studies, mostly preclinical and some small clinical trials, suggest that bee pollen may help alleviate symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), a non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate. Proposed mechanisms include anti-inflammatory effects and inhibition of prostate cell proliferation. For instance, some preparations of bee pollen extract (such as Cernilton) have shown modest improvement in urinary symptoms in men with BPH compared to placebo in randomized controlled trials. Propolis also exhibits anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties that may theoretically benefit prostate tissue, though direct clinical evidence is limited. While these findings provide a scientific rationale for the use of certain bee products in prostate health, the overall quality and size of the studies are limited, and more robust clinical research is needed. Bee products are not a replacement for standard medical therapies, but there is a foundation of scientific evidence supporting their complementary use for mild prostate-related symptoms.

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