At 9:51 +0100 1/31/99, Stefan Stangaciu wrote:
>        Hi all,
>
>    There are over 70 proven pharmacological effects given
>by propolis, as a raw product and/or as an (alcohol) extract
>(tincture) or butter extract.
 
Proven by who using what sort of scientific methodology?
 
Also, how may of these effect are positive and how many are negative?
 
>    The taste is not exceptional (it can be "corrected" with
>honey), sometimes it may give adverse reactions (like
>diarrhea...), but thanks to its large spectrum properties,
>propolis is really the hive's "green-brown" gold.
 
I find it hard to belive that a substance gathered and created by the bees
to serve as a caulking compund could be so beneficial. Your argument smells
of the - if it's natural it's good, if it's manmade it's bad - philosopy.
Thing aren't that simple.
 
>    If you need more medical references on the "properties"
>or on how to make "home preparations" for your own family
>health, please let me know.
 
Regards,
Paul