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Bee Propolis 2X 500 mg

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Propolis 500 mg
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Score83
A substantial two-fold extract combines simple dosing with excellent value. Active compounds and origin are not standardized.
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Quantity:90 Capsule(s) • (90 servings)
Goals:
Immunity
Anti-Inflammatory Support

Score 83

A substantial two-fold extract combines simple dosing with excellent value. Active compounds and origin are not standardized.
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Analysis

The capsule provides 500 mg bee propolis extract and identifies it as a two-fold form. The concentration cue and actual amount are both useful.

No geographic origin or flavonoid, phenolic, or CAPE standard is listed. Two-fold concentration alone cannot confirm the active profile.

Ninety one-capsule servings make the product practical for routine use. It stands out for value more than for verified marker quality.

Who is it for
  • Adults seeking a substantial propolis extract
  • Value-focused users
  • People who prefer one capsule
Best for
  • Routine focused propolis use
  • Ninety-serving convenience
  • High serving value

Pros

  • 500 mg extract amount
  • Two-fold concentration is identified
  • Ninety servings
  • One capsule per serving
  • Excellent value

Cons

  • No active markers
  • Origin is not disclosed
  • Concentration detail is limited
  • No quantified flavonoid percentage

Warnings

  • Avoid use with an allergy to propolis or other bee products.
  • Stop immediately and seek help for swelling, wheezing, throat tightness, or a widespread rash.

Nutrient quality

88 Highest impact

The concentrated propolis extract is more assessable than raw material, but active-marker standardization is absent. The 500 mg serving is substantial for focused propolis use.

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Ingredient transparency

77 High impact

Active ingredients have stated amounts and no proprietary blend hides a dose. Serving count is supplied, while full directions and the other-ingredients list are missing.

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Customer satisfaction

69 High impact

The supplied aggregate rating is the only evidence of general satisfaction and its reliability depends on the rating volume. No comment-level evidence is available to assess recurring complaints or confirm how experience matches the intended purpose.

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Value for money

97 Highest impact

Concentrated dosing and favorable serving cost support strong value despite incomplete active standardization. The focused formula compares well with similar propolis products on quantity and cost.

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Goals

Immunity
Impact
High effect
B- Goal FitB Strength of SupportC- CoverageA Formula Quality
Propolis · 500 mg

Concentrated bee propolis extract provides a substantial amount for a focused antimicrobial and immune-support role. Missing origin and active-marker standardization prevent a firm judgment about extract potency.

Human evidence is promising but less consistent than evidence for core immune nutrients. People with allergies to bee products should avoid propolis because it may cause an allergic reaction.

Study evidence
Propolis Supportive 6 studies
Anti-Inflammatory Support
Impact
Moderate effect
C- Goal FitC- Strength of SupportD- CoverageA+ Formula Quality
Propolis · 500 mg

Propolis offers plausible antioxidant and immune-modulating support. Limited human evidence and missing standardization make potency uncertain.

It is a focused experimental botanical rather than a first-line inflammation option. People with bee-product allergies should avoid propolis because it can trigger allergic reactions.

Study evidence
Propolis Supportive 34 studies

Ingredients

IngredientAmount per serving
Bee Propolis extract
500 mg
Gluten Free Adults 18–50 Dairy Free
Report overview
Propolis · 500 mg OverallScore74
F Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityA+ Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyA+ Value

The concentrated extract provides a substantial propolis amount, but the generic bee source and lack of standardized active markers limit quality verification. A single capsule delivers the active at very low cost and without targeted artificial additives in the supplied details. People with allergies to bee products should avoid propolis because it may trigger an allergic reaction.

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Sources

Published studies used for the product analysis and the top-ranked studies for each ingredient and goal.

  1. Effect of Propolis Intake on Serum C-Reactive Protein (CRP) and Tumor Necrosis Factor-alpha (TNF-α) Levels in Adults: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Clinical Trials.
    Jalali M; Ranjbar T; Mosallanezhad Z; Mahmoodi M; Moosavian SP; Ferns GA; Jalali R; Sohrabi Z · Complementary therapies in medicine · 2020
    Meta-analysis406 participants6 studies pooledAnti-Inflammatory Support forPropolis
  2. Propolis supplementation can reduce serum level of interleukin-6, C-reactive protein, and tumor necrosis factor-α: an updated systematic review and dose-response meta-analysis on randomized clinical trials.
    Gholami A; Dinarvand N; Hariri M · Journal of health, population, and nutrition · 2024
    Meta-analysis16 studies pooledAnti-Inflammatory Support forPropolis
  3. Effects of propolis supplementation on glycemic status, lipid profiles, inflammation and oxidative stress, liver enzymes, and body weight: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled clinical trials.
    Hallajzadeh J; Milajerdi A; Amirani E; Attari VE; Maghsoudi H; Mirhashemi SM · Journal of diabetes and metabolic disorders · 2024
    Meta-analysis14 studies pooledAnti-Inflammatory Support forPropolis
  4. Brazilian organic propolis for prevention and treatment of radiation-related oral acute toxicities in head and neck cancer patients: A double-blind randomized clinical trial.
    Fernandes PM; Rosalen PL; Fernandes DT; Dias-Neto E; Alencar SM; Bueno-Silva B; Alves FA; Lopes MA · Frontiers in pharmacology · 2022
    Randomized trial60 participantsAnti-Inflammatory Support forPropolis
  5. The effect of Brazilian Green Propolis extract on inflammation in patients with chronic kidney disease on peritoneal dialysis: A randomised double-blind controlled clinical trial.
    Baptista BG; Fanton S; Ribeiro M; Cardozo LF; Regis B; Alvarenga L; Ribeiro-Alves M; Berretta AA; Shiels PG; Mafra D · Phytomedicine : international journal of phytotherapy and phytopharmacology · 2023
    Randomized trial19 participantsAnti-Inflammatory Support forPropolis
  6. Propolis increases Foxp3 expression and lymphocyte proliferation in HIV-infected people: A randomized, double blind, parallel-group and placebo-controlled study.
    Conte FL; Tasca KI; Santiago KB; de Oliveira Cardoso E; Romagnoli GG; de Assis Golim M; Braz AMM; Berretta AA; do Rosário de Souza L; Sforcin JM · Biomedicine & pharmacotherapy = Biomedecine & pharmacotherapie · 2021
    Randomized trial40 participantsImmunity forPropolis
  7. Immune Responses in Broiler Chicks Fed Propolis Extraction Residue-supplemented Diets.
    Eyng C; Murakami AE; Santos TC; Silveira TG; Pedroso RB; Lourenço DA · Asian-Australasian journal of animal sciences · 2015
    Randomized trialImmunity forPropolis
  8. Integrative Therapies in Wound Healing in Small Animals: An Approach Beyond Traditional Medicine.
    Santos JKVRS; Costa EDS; Fernandes CCL; Cortez AA; Fonsêca ADV; Guedes RFM; Araújo PRM · Veterinary sciences · 2026
    Narrative reviewImmunity forPropolis
  9. Propolis does not significantly modulate immune function in an older population: A preliminary study.
    Pu L; Wang Y; Pang W; Wei J; Wu J; Guo C; Weina Gao · Heliyon · 2025
    Randomized trial62 participantsImmunity forPropolis
  10. A standardized polyphenol mixture extracted from poplar-type propolis for remission of symptoms of uncomplicated upper respiratory tract infection (URTI): A monocentric, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial.
    Esposito C; Garzarella EU; Bocchino B; D'Avino M; Caruso G; Buonomo AR; Sacchi R; Galeotti F; Tenore GC; Zaccaria V; Daglia M · Phytomedicine : international journal of phytotherapy and phytopharmacology · 2020
    Randomized trial122 participantsImmunity forPropolis