Propolis is a
jelly-like substance used by bees to repair the structure of the
hive to protect the entire bee colony. Its complex composition
contains more than **0 nutrients. In addition, propolis also
contains a variety of amino acids, rich in vitamins, as well as
more than *0 macro and trace elements such as iron, zinc, selenium,
calcium, trypsin and other active enzymes and
polysaccharides.
Propolis is a
gelatinous solid at room temperature, with yellow-brown, tan,
turquoise and black. Has an aromatic odor. Insoluble in water,
soluble in ethanol, easily soluble in ether and
chloroform.
