Fresh cherry blossom bee pollen

Cherry blossom bee pollen (Prunus Cerasus sp.). Contains small amounts of other pollen from the surrounding flora. No artificial colors or preservatives. The cherry blossom pollen grains are harvested between March and April. The flavor is both floral and fruity, with a hint of bitterness. The texture is melt-in-the-mouth and silky. Light yellow pollen clusters.

Packaging

250 g tray under protective atmosphere. Origin: European Union. Store in the freezer between -15° and -18° C upon receipt.

Can bee pollen be consumed after the expiration date?

Even if the deadline has passed, don't throw away your pollen! It can be safely consumed if it has been kept in the freezer without interruption—even for a whole year! Also, make sure not to leave your tray open to the air for more than 72 hours. If you have any doubts, give the pollen to your plants: mixed with potting soil or compost, it makes an excellent fertilizer!

BBD vs. Use-By Date: The date indicated on our pollens and other products is a Best-Before Date (BBD). It is indicative: after this period, the product presents no health hazard, but may lose flavor or nutritional effectiveness.

Storing fresh bee pollen

As soon as you receive it, place your pollen tray in the freezer to preserve all its nutritional qualities. It is not necessary to defrost the pollen before tasting it. Thanks to its low water content, the pollen remains melt-in-the-mouth and easy to scoop, even when frozen. You can therefore consume it directly out of the freezer.

How to take bee pollen?

Contrary to popular belief, pollen is not more effective on an empty stomach. The ideal way is to consume it during a light meal to help your body better absorb its entire cocktail of nutrients and probiotics. For daily use, one tablespoon is generally sufficient. However, this dosage may vary according to different profiles:

• Adults: 1 tablespoon (12 to 15 g) per day. This dose can be doubled for athletes or during an intensive 3-week course.
• Vegetarians & food lovers: up to 4 tablespoons per day without risk of overdose, as pollen is a natural and non-toxic food.
• Children (up to 12 years old): 1 teaspoon per day. If they ask for more, the child's appetite remains the best indicator of their needs.
• Sensitive intestines: start with 1 teaspoon per day for a week to avoid the transit-accelerating effect due to fiber, then increase gradually.

Instinct is a good advisor, and wanting to eat more simply means that we need it.

Can bee pollen be taken continuously?

It is often forgotten, but the pollen collected by bees is a food. There is no risk of toxicity in taking it daily—quite the contrary! Pollen consumption is even recommended for people who wish to naturally support chronic health problems or prevent disorders linked to the body's aging. However, its nutritional richness can sometimes saturate the system; a temporary interruption of the course is then recommended to better resume afterwards.

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