N-Chromosome Royal Jelly, Propolis and Bee Pollen Supplementation Improve the Clinical Conditions of COVID-19 Patients: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Abedini A, Shafaghi S, Ameri Ahmad Z, Javanmardi E, Ghorbani F, Sharif-Kashani B, Naghashzadeh F, Shafaghi M, Moshirpour M, Noorali S, Hakimian H, Keshmiri MS, Fazlzadeh A · Traditional and Integrative Medicine · 2022 January 08
DOI 10.18502/tim.v6i4.8269
Objective
To evaluate the effects of natural supplementations, including royal jelly, propolis, and bee pollen, on the disease course of COVID-19, considering their anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antimicrobial activities.
Conclusions
In a randomized, open-label, controlled trial involving 50 cases of COVID-19, the intervention group receiving royal jelly, propolis, and bee pollen in addition to conventional treatment showed a more pronounced improvement in functional class compared to the control group. Additionally, the intervention group experienced significantly reduced total symptoms duration and time to return to work. Although these natural supplements are not definitive treatments for COVID-19, they can be considered as adjuvant treatments to limit disease symptoms and virus propagation.
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