Q: What does this product do? A: This formula is an antioxidant for the maintenance of good health. This is the Health Canada approved use (NPN 80047674). This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Q: What is royal jelly?
A: Royal jelly is a secretion produced by worker honeybees (Apis mellifera). It is the exclusive food of the queen bee throughout her life and is fed to all bee larvae for the first three days after hatching. The queen bee is genetically identical to worker bees but develops differently because she is fed royal jelly exclusively. Royal jelly is a creamy white substance composed of water (approximately 60 to 70%), proteins (approximately 12 to 15%), sugars (approximately 10 to 16%), fats (approximately 3 to 6%), and trace amounts of vitamins and minerals.
Q: What active compounds does royal jelly contain?
A: Royal jelly contains a complex profile of active compounds. 10-HDA (10-Hydroxy-2-decenoic acid) is a fatty acid found almost exclusively in royal jelly and is used as a quality and authenticity marker — higher 10-HDA content generally indicates higher quality royal jelly. Royalactin (also called MRJP1 or apalbumin 1) is the most abundant protein in royal jelly and belongs to the Major Royal Jelly Protein (MRJP) family, a group of nine proteins that make up the majority of royal jelly's protein content. Royal jelly also contains all essential amino acids, with proline being the most abundant free amino acid. It contains antimicrobial peptides unique to royal jelly including jelleines and royalisin (defensin-1). Its fatty acid profile is distinctive, consisting primarily of medium-chain hydroxy fatty acids not commonly found in other foods.
Q: What is 10-HDA and why does it matter?
A: 10-HDA (10-Hydroxy-2-decenoic acid) is a medium-chain fatty acid found almost exclusively in royal jelly. It is not found in significant amounts in honey, propolis, or other bee products. Because of its uniqueness to royal jelly, 10-HDA is used as a quality and authenticity marker: the 10-HDA content of a royal jelly product is used to verify that the product contains genuine royal jelly and to assess its potency. Higher 10-HDA content generally indicates higher quality royal jelly.
Q: How do I take this product?
A: Adults: 2 softgels, 1 to 3 times per day. The dose frequency affects how long one bottle lasts. At 2 softgels once per day: 60 softgels = 30 day supply (1 month). At 2 softgels twice per day: 60 softgels = 15 day supply. At 2 softgels three times per day: 60 softgels = 10 day supply. Consult a health care practitioner to determine the appropriate dose frequency for your needs.
Q: Is this product suitable for vegans or vegetarians?
A: No. This product contains three animal-derived ingredients: royal jelly (a bee secretion), gelatin (softgel shell), and beeswax. It is not suitable for vegans or vegetarians. It is non-GMO, gluten free, soy free, and dairy free.
Q: Can I take this product if I have allergies?
A: No. Do not use this product if you have a history of allergies, asthma, atopy or dermatitis. Do not use if you are allergic to bee products such as honey or royal jelly. Royal jelly is a bee product and hypersensitivity (e.g., allergy) has been known to occur. If an allergic reaction occurs, discontinue use immediately.
Q: Can I take this product if I am on blood thinners?
A: No. Do not use this product if you are taking warfarin. This is a contraindication listed in the Health Canada NPN 80047674 licence. Consult your physician before use if you are taking any anticoagulant medication.
Q: Are there any other cautions I should know about?
A: Do not use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Consult a health care practitioner prior to use if you are taking any prescribed medicines. Hypersensitivity (e.g., allergy) has been known to occur; in which case, discontinue use. Keep out of reach of children. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.