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The Side Effects of Propolis
Allergic reaction from this substance was first documented in 1915 when a beekeeper suffered from dermatitis on his fingers and wrists. But the case was classified as an occupational effect.
Read Article ›How high is the allergy risk?
It is generally acceptable to say that less than 10% of people are allergic to propolis.
However, the rate of sensitization to propolis or propolis derived products is actually much lower than that. It varies from 1.2% to 6.6% of the test patients.
Read Article ›The ingredients that cause the side effects
Although the ingredients in propolis will depend on the location of the bee hives and the availability of plants, one allergen, called B1 is believed to always be present in propolis extract.
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