Propolis extract

The review suggests that it may have the following properties:

• antibacterial
• antifungal
• antiviral
• antiprotozoal, which means that it works against parasitic illnesses, such as giardiasis
• anti-inflammatory
• antioxidant

Some of the substances present in propolis may also have anticancer properties.

However, although laboratory and animal studies into the properties of propolis and its components are promising, few high quality studies have proven its effectiveness as a treatment for specific conditions in humans.

Modern research suggests that propolis may be useful for:

• minor wounds
• oral hygiene
• inflammation
• cold sores