Bee pollen side effects can include mild to severe allergies and intolerance.
If you are considering taking
bee pollen supplements,
and you are generally a person who has a number of allergies to
different foods, then you should be cautious.
If this describes you, then you may also wish to consult a doctor for advice, before taking the product.
If you have an allergy to
bee venom
through
bee stings
or other bee products such as propolis, you probably should not take bee pollen. Again, seek advice from a suitably qualified health care professional.
Assuming all is well, and you wish to take it, you might also be interested to look at this background information about the reported
health benefits of bee pollen
– I hope this provides a balanced view, since it draws on scientific research evidence.
You could take a look at the
nutritional content
– here you can see a comparison between bee pollen and every-day foods:
an apple, and kale. The information is organised into tables. There is
additional interesting information about its use in
weight loss.
Do not take bee pollen if you are pregnant or breast feeding.
If
you would like to try taking bee pollen, it is advisable that you start
with one or two granules only – a tiny amount, to test for allergy.
Keep the granules in the mouth for a little while, before swallowing.
Take it on a day and in circumstances where, if serious side-effects
occurred, you would be in a position to seek medical attention easily
and immediately.
Note that bee pollen is different from that which is associated
with hayfever. Hayfever is usually caused by wind-borne pollens from
wind pollinated
plants (such as cereals) and trees. You can learn more about this on the page
What Is Bee Pollen?
Allergy reactions and intolerance to bee pollen can occur, whatever the format (dried or raw bee pollen etc).
In
the event of allergy, there may be initial signs, such as inflammation
of the inside of the mouth, or a stinging or sore sensation in the
throat.
Other possible symptoms of intolerance to bee pollen include stomach aches and nausea.
When Should You Report Any Bee Pollen Side Effects To A Doctor?
If you have take any bee pollen supplements, and experience any of the following, seek medical assistance:
Reactions to bee pollen are thought to be fairly uncommon, however they can be serious, and so if you are going to take it in any format, you should be vigilant.
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