Evidence supporting the use of: Bee Propolis
For the health condition: Glands (swollen lymph)
Synopsis
Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1
Bee propolis has a long history of use in traditional medicine for its purported immune-boosting and anti-inflammatory properties. In folk remedies, it has been applied to a variety of ailments, including sore throats, infections, and swelling, with the belief that it might help support healthy lymph glands or reduce swelling of lymph nodes. However, scientific research specifically addressing bee propolis for the treatment or support of swollen lymph glands (lymphadenopathy) is minimal or lacking. Most available studies focus on propolis’s general antimicrobial, antiviral, and anti-inflammatory effects, which are largely demonstrated in vitro or in animal models. These properties theoretically could support immune function, but there is no direct clinical evidence that propolis effectively treats swollen lymph nodes in humans. Therefore, its use for “glands” or swollen lymph is primarily rooted in traditional and anecdotal practices rather than rigorous scientific validation.
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trichosanthes
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eucalyptus
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geranium
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Agrimony
Allicin
Achyranthes
Anamu
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Ajuga
Aerva lanata
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Agrimonia pilosa
Abuta
Amor seco
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Baikal Skullcap
Blue Flag
Baliospermum
Blackthorn
Broussonetia
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Barleria
Bitter Grass
Banyan
Black Nightshade
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Chinese Silkvine
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Cynomorium
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Cyathula
Cajuput
Centipeda
cypress
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Castor Oil
Celosia
Dianthus
Didymocarpus
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Other health conditions supported by Bee Propolis
Abdominal PainAbrasions
Abscesses
Acne
Antibiotics (alternatives to)
Arthritis
Asthma
Bites and Stings
Bleeding (external)
Boils
Bronchitis
Bruises (healing)
Burns and Scalds
Cancer (natural therapy for)
Cancer (prevention)
Cancer Treatment (reducing side effects)
Canker Sores
Chicken Pox
Cold Sores
Colds (antiviral)
Colds (general)
Conjunctivitis
Cuts
Dermatitis
Diabetes
Diarrhea
Digestion (poor)
Eczema
Eye Infections
Fungal Infections
Gastritis
Gingivitis
Glands (swollen lymph)
Gonorrhea
Hair Care (general)
Herpes
Infection
Infection (bacterial)
Infection (viral)
Inflammation
Influenza
Injuries
Laryngitis
Oral Surgery
Psoriasis
Rashes and Hives
Scars / Scar Tissue
Scratches and Abrasions
Sore Throat
Staph Infections