The hypopharyngeal glands of worker honey bees, between three and five days old, produces Royal Jelly. Royal Jelly stimulates the growth and development of queen honey bees. It is highly perishable and one of the most difficult of all foods to harvest, commanding astronomical prices because of its scarcity and high demand, fueled by belief in its healing properties. What royal jelly can do for humans is controversial, but it purportedly reinvigorates the body and extends the life span. Pantothenic acid, a major ingredient, is useful in treating some bone and joint disorders. Rheumatoid arthritis symptoms may subside with the injection of this acid. When pantothenic acid is combined with royal jelly, even better results are reported. This product is sold by many health food companies.
Queen's Contrivance
Beekeeping in Howard County, Md