Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2

Bee products, such as honey, propolis, and royal jelly, have a long-standing history of use in traditional medicine systems for supporting the health of mucus membranes, particularly in the mouth, throat, and respiratory tract. Honey has been used for centuries as a soothing agent for sore throats and mouth ulcers, and propolis has a traditional reputation as an antimicrobial and healing agent for oral and respiratory mucosa. This traditional use is supported by some in vitro and animal studies that suggest bee products possess antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and wound-healing properties that could theoretically benefit mucus membranes. However, while there are some small clinical trials and laboratory studies supporting these effects—especially for honey in the treatment of oral mucositis or sore throat—the overall body of modern scientific evidence is limited and does not provide robust, high-quality, or consistent results. Most major clinical guidelines do not recommend bee products as a primary therapy, and more rigorous research is needed. Thus, while their use for mucus membrane support is primarily rooted in traditional practices, there is some preliminary scientific interest, particularly for honey, but not enough to strongly validate efficacy.

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