Drones' milk - a forgotten bee product with remarkable health properties

In the world of bee products, honey, propolis and royal jelly are king. However, there is another lesser-known but extremely valuable ingredient - namely drone brood. Although for many years it remained in the shadow of other beekeeping products, today it is returning to favour as a natural supplement with broad health-promoting effects.

Today, few people remember it, but it was once well known to our grandmothers and great-grandmothers. Droning milk, used in folk medicine, was used for a variety of ailments - from general weakness to skin problems. It is a natural, milky substance, rich in nutrients: lipids, fatty acids, carbohydrates, vitamins A, B, D and E and valuable minerals. Although it has remained in the shadow of more well-known bee products for years, today it is gaining renewed popularity.

Did you know that.

the properties of droning brood were appreciated centuries ago? It was regarded as a vitality booster and youth elixir. It was used in various forms - as food, infusions, poultices and even ointments.

Did you know that the properties of droning brood were appreciated centuries ago? It was regarded as a vitality booster and youth elixir. It was used in various forms - as food, infusions, poultices and even ointments.

What does the milk from a drone look like?

Drones' brood is opaque, greyish, milky white or yellowish in colour. Its texture is malleable and its smell is sweet and sour. This milk is not stable, so it must be preserved within 24 hours of collection. Most often, drone brood is frozen, dried or mixed with honey and homogenised, so it can be stored at home for up to six months.

Effect of royal jelly

This inconspicuous product has a wide range of medicinal uses. It helps boost the body's immune system, regulates thyroid function and has an anti-atherosclerotic effect. Such a versatile action is due to the rich composition of droning brood, which is a source of complete protein and valuable essential amino acids for humans. It also contains lipids, hormones, vitamins and bio-elements necessary for the proper functioning of the organism.

This protein- and vitamin-rich substance has a positive effect on many aspects of health, including:

• respiratory system - supports the treatment of inflammations of the throat, trachea and bronchi;
• skin - helps regenerate damage such as stretch marks, allergies, scars, hard-to-heal wounds and various types of dermatitis;
• nervous system - relieves stress and nervous tension and is used in the treatment of neurasthenic neurosis and depression;
• immune system - Reduces discomfort associated with migraines and supports the body against general fatigue and mental and physical exhaustion. It boosts natural immunity, protecting against bacterial and viral infections;
• cancerous lesions - helps inhibit excessive growth of cancer cells;
• metabolism - Supports thyroid function in hypothyroidism and helps regulate hormone levels. It can be helpful in the treatment of diabetes, gout and overweight problems;
• ucirculatory system - supports convalescence after a heart attack and in the treatment of cardiovascular diseases such as anaemia, hypertension, anaemia and atherosclerosis.