Almost any beekeeping product is characterized by a huge content of nutrients and vitamins necessary for the proper functioning of the human body. During the winter period, some bees reach the end of their life cycle and die a natural death. Such insects are called bee death and is used to treat many diseases. We’ll look into how to properly store and use dead bees at home.
Terms and conditions of storage of dead bees
On the basis of dead bees, drugs and remedies are made in traditional and folk medicine, and the natural gift is used in cosmetology, dietetics and cooking.
The substances included in its composition protect the body from the negative influence of the environment and help cope with many diseases:
- help cleanse the body of toxins, toxins and harmful compounds;
- have an analgesic effect;
- relieve inflammatory processes;
- stabilize blood pressure;
- strengthen the immune system;
- have a positive effect on diseases of the musculoskeletal system;
- help in the complex treatment of diseases of the digestive system and cardiovascular system;
- help restore vision and the nervous system;
- used in the treatment of benign and malignant neoplasms;
- improve the condition of skin, hair and nails.
It is not recommended to use the beekeeping product for people with mental disabilities, at risk of developing thrombosis and aneurysm.
Dead bees are very capricious, and after being removed from their natural habitat, they quickly lose their beneficial properties. To preserve this valuable natural gift, it is dried naturally or in an oven at a temperature of 40-45 degrees.
Before processing, bee carcasses are carefully inspected for mold and rot, and damaged specimens are thrown away. Approximate drying time is about an hour. During this period, the carcasses are turned over several times to ensure uniform heating.
Important! If moisture gets on dried dead meat during storage, the product loses its beneficial properties and becomes dangerous to the body.
Canning
In order to properly preserve dry dead meat and block the flow of moisture, it is canned. For the procedure, select small containers that are hermetically sealed with lids.
- Glass containers are sterilized in boiling water or in the oven.
- Next, the jars are thoroughly dried.
- Podmore is heated in the oven to a temperature of 40 degrees, after which it is laid out in prepared containers.
- The jars with the product are hermetically sealed.
Store containers with bees in a dry, well-ventilated, dark room for up to 24 months.
Freezing
When frozen, the natural gift retains all its beneficial properties. To freeze, the dry product is divided into small portions and packed tightly into small containers. Containers with dead food are placed in the freezer and, if necessary, the entire portion is used. The shelf life of such preparations is up to 36 months.
Important! A defrosted product quickly loses its healing properties, and the substances released by wet dead food are toxic to the human body.
Rules and terms of storage of drugs based on mortality
Based on this natural gift, medicinal and biologically active preparations, ointments, decoctions and tinctures are produced on an industrial scale. Having a stock of dried bees, such remedies for treating and strengthening the body can be prepared at home yourself. We will look into the details below on how to make, use and store medicinal products.
Raspar
A hot compress made from dead meat relieves joint pain and is used to treat mastitis and vein diseases.
To prepare the remedy you will need:
- dry or frozen bees in the amount of 100 g;
- hot water in the amount of 500 ml;
- container with a lid.
Decoction
A medicinal decoction of dry or frozen bees helps to cope with prostate adenoma, diseases of the genitourinary system, and is used in the complex treatment of obesity.
To prepare the remedy you will need:
- dry or frozen bees in the amount of 50 g;
- drinking cold water in the amount of 500 ml;
- container for preparing the decoction.
The ingredients are placed in a saucepan, brought to a boil and simmer covered over low heat for 1.5-2 hours. The finished drink is covered with a blanket or warm blanket and infused until completely cooled, after which it is filtered and stored in the refrigerator. Take the decoction 2 times a day, 25-30 ml. Shelf life – no more than 3 days.
Important! Bee products can cause allergic reactions. Therefore, before using the medication, you should consult a specialist.
Ointment
When treating diseases of the musculoskeletal system, an ointment prepared from insects is used.
Required:
- ground dry dead meat in the amount of 10 g;
- any vegetable oil in an amount of 100 ml;
- propolis in the amount of 1 teaspoon;
- beeswax in the amount of 1 tablespoon.
The container with oil is heated in a water bath. Next, wax and propolis are added to the oil, stirred until the substances are completely dissolved, after which the bee powder is poured. Leave the product over low heat for another 40-50 minutes, after which it is cooled in a container with cold water. The finished mixture is stored in the refrigerator for no more than six months.
Important! To ensure that the consistency of the ointment is uniform, the medicinal product is continuously stirred while cooling.
Oil tincture
For varicose veins, joint pain and thrombophlebitis, an oil infusion based on the gift of bees is used.
To do this, crush a tablespoon of dead meat and pour a glass of hot vegetable oil. The finished infusion is used in the form of compresses and rubbing in a warm form. Store the medicinal product in the refrigerator for no more than 6 months.
Alcohol tincture
A universal strengthening and healing agent is made by infusing dead fruit with alcohol. The finished product helps cleanse the body and is used to treat diseases of the genitourinary and lymphatic systems.
To prepare 1 liter you will need 200 g of dry bees and 1 liter of alcohol or vodka. The ingredients are placed in a container, closed and left for 14 days in a dark, well-ventilated area. For the first week, the jar of infusion is shaken daily.
Take the remedy 20 drops 2-3 times a day, immediately after meals. To cleanse the body, the infusion is taken for a month. Repeat the procedure 2 times a year.
