Bee propolis is the resinous material used by bees to seal their hives. It consists of resins, pollen, and other materials gathered from the bark and leaf buds of various trees. It is combined with salivary secretions and wax provided by the bees.

Propolis is usually brown or greenish-brown in color, with a pleasant honey or vanilla-like odor. In addition, it is used for sores and infections caused by bacteria ( including tuberculosis), by viruses ( including the flu, H1N1 "swine" flu, and the common cold), by fungus, and by single-celled organisms called protozoans.

Propolis is also used for boosting the immune system and for treating gastrointestinal ( GI ) problems. Furthermore, Propolis is an ntioxidant and anti-inflammatory agent. *Available as a dietary supplement, Propolis has been used for a variety of medicinal purposes for several centuries*Apihaus