Description
Healthy mobile joints are important to keep fit and active. Nectar Ease is a dietary supplement that contains the same two natural ingredients as described for Nectar Ease Capsules and they are designed to put a spring in your step naturally;
Bee Venom supports the body’s natural production of cartilage and may assist in maintaining healthy joints.
No bees are harmed in the bee venom collection process, to find out more click here.
Warning
Reduce dosage if side effects develop. Allergy sufferers should seek medical advice prior to use.
Directions for use
One teaspoon contains less than one bee sting. We recommend you start with 1/4 teaspoon per day and gradually increase to 1-2 teaspoons per day as required.
Natural ingredients
Nectar Ease contains the same natural combination of ingredients as used in the Nectar Ease Capsules; Manuka Honey and Bee Venom.
Size: 500g
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Introduction
The science behind Bee Venom is still developing and researchers continue to find new uses for it. We add small quantities of Bee Venom to Manuka Honey to create our hugely successful ‘Aches and Pains’ honey Nectar Ease and this also forms the basis for our Royal Nectar skincare range.
Bee venom composition
Bee Venom composition and strength varies between Honeybee species and small variances are identifiable between bee breeds and locations.
Bee Venom contains a variety of peptides, including melittin, apamin, adolapin, the mast-cell-degranulating (MCD) peptide, enzymes (i.e., phospholipase A(2)), biologically active amines (i.e., histamine and epinephrine), and nonpeptide components which have a variety of pharmaceutical properties.
Bee Venom’s unique composition has multiple effects on the body. The natural components of Bee Venom have been isolated and studied scientifically and one of the most important components has been identified as Melittin. Making up about 50% of the Bee Venom, Melittin is recognised as being a powerful anti-inflammatory.
Bee venom uses
Bee venom has been used as a traditional medicine to treat arthritis, rheumatism, back pain, cancerous tumors, and skin diseases. Studies have proven the effectiveness of bee venom in treating pathological conditions such as arthritis, pain and cancerous tumours.
Bee Venom has been reported to have anti-arthritis effects in several arthritis models. Melittin, a major peptide component of BV, has anti-inflammatory and anti-arthritis properties.
Bee venom as a cosmetic ingredient may be useful as a topical agent for promoting skin regeneration or a treatment of certain epidermal conditions, according to research published in South Korea in 2015. This showed that bee venom serum treatment clinically improved facial wrinkles by decreasing total wrinkle area, total wrinkle count and average wrinkle dept.
The mechanism by which bee-venom serum exerts its anti-wrinkle effects is yet unknown, however, the therapeutic action of bee venom has been studied mostly for skin-related symptoms. When skin bacteria were incubated with bee venom, a bacteriostatic action of bee venom was demonstrated, which was further supported by its anti-inflammatory activity against skin bacteria through suppression of the secretion of pro-inflammatory cytokines. This same research showed that people suffering from acne benefited from treatment with bee venom.
Bee venom extraction
The Bee Venom used in Nectar Ease is extracted exclusively from the Apis Melifera species of Honeybee. Bee Venom is extracted from Honeybees using low voltage electrical stimulation. Bee keepers use a so-called collection frame which has wire electrodes installed that have a low electrical current running through them on a glass base, just like in the picture above. These frames are installed in honey hives and bees that come into contact with the wire electrodes will receive a small electrical shock. This causes bees to sting the glass, releasing the venom without losing their barbed sting (which usually results in bee deaths).
Once the collection process has finished, the Bee Venom dries on the glass, then the whole frame is transported to a laboratory to collect the venom.
Further reading
The National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI) offers a great source of published research about Bee Venom. Below are links to several interesting articles.
The beneficial effects of honeybee-venom serum on facial wrinkles in humans. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/26491274
Therapeutic application of anti-arthritis, pain-releasing, and anti-cancer effects of bee venom and its constituent compounds. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/17555825
Anti-cancer effect of bee venom on colon cancer cell growth by activation of death receptors and inhibition of nuclear factor kappa B. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/26561202
The Food and Agricultural Organisation of the United Nations has also published research on value-added products from beekeeping including Bee Venom. http://www.fao.org/docrep/w0076e/w0076e18.htm
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Science of Honey
The composition of a honey batch depends on the floral source(s) available to the bees that produced the honey. The carbohydrates comprise mainly Fructose (about 38%) and Glucose (about 31%). Water is the next highest category, varying around 17%. Other carbohydrates include Maltose (7%), and Sucrose and other complex carbohydrates (7%). Trace amounts of Vitamins, Minerals, Chrysin, Pinobanksin, catalase and Pinocembrin are also present. Research published in 2011 shows the most abundant minerals found in New Zealand mono-floral honeys (Clover, Honeydew, Kamahi, Manuka, Nodding Thistle, Rata, Rewarewa, Tawari, Thyme and Viper’s Bugloss honey) are potassium, phosphorus and calcium. Heavy metal contents (Cd, Pb and Zn) were very low.
Healing properties
The healing properties of honey are due to the fact it offers antibacterial activity, maintains a moist wound condition and its high viscosity helps to provide a protective barrier to prevent infections. The antimicrobial activity in most honeys is due to hydrogen peroxide, however, Manuka Honey displays significant antibacterial effects even when hydrogen peroxide is blocked, which is why we used to refer to the non-peroxide activity of Manuka Honey before research demonstrated this was the result of the presence of Methylglyoxal. Read more about honey, medicinal property and antibacterial care here.
Manuka Honey
Manuka Honey is unique to New Zealand and its healing properties have been a traditional part of folklore throughout New Zealand’s settled history. Ongoing laboratory and medical evidence using Manuka Honey supports the worth of this valuable resource.
Manuka Honey testing and labelling
We support the release of the Interim Labelling Guidelines for Manuka Honey released by the New Zealand Government in 2014 as it provides greater assurance for consumers looking for genuine New Zealand Manuka Honey.
The Ministry of Primary Industries has identified Methylglyoxal (MG) as an ingredient that can be identified in labelling and marketing Manuka honey, expressed as a minimum number of mg/kg. Scientific evidence has confirmed Methylglyoxal as being a key compound that occurs naturally in Manuka honey. We test all our Manuka Honey according to these standards. Visit our Batch Track page to obtain a copy of test results for your jar of Manuka Honey.
For more information download a copy of the new guidelines click here.
Honeydew Honey
While Manuka Honey is extremely well-known for its healing properties, our Honeydew Honey may also offer some excellent health benefits. It contains much higher levels of complex sugars called Oligosaccharides than nectar (or floral) honey.
Research shows that the human digestive system has a hard time breaking down Oligosaccharides. Almost 90% escapes digestion in the small intestine and reaches the colon where it performs a different function; that of a prebiotic. Prebiotics support the growth of certain kinds of bacteria in the colon. These bacteria produce many beneficial substances including short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs) and certain B-vitamins. There is also evidence they may promote further absorption of minerals that have escaped the small intestine like calcium and magnesium. Research into SCFAs is quite new but shows possible benefits include protecting colon tissue from damage including colon cancer and ulcerative colitis, lower cholesterol, lower triglycerides, and improved immune system function.
Honeydew Honey also contains higher levels of antioxidants and minerals compared to other floral honeys.
A study published in 2014 shows that people with chronic leg ulcers who were treated with Honeydew honey experience a significant decrease of the average wound area and nearly three quarters of patients reported a decrease in pain levels. Based on the findings of this research, honeydew honey has the potential to be one of the medical-grade honeys.
Further reading
The National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI) offers a great source of published research about honey. Below are links to several interesting articles.
Identification and Quantitation of 2-Acetyl-1-pyrroline in Manuka Honey (Leptospermum scoparium). http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/26365614
Studies on the formation of methylglyoxal from dihydroxyacetone in Manuka (Leptospermum scoparium) Honey. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/22960208
The origin of methylglyoxal in New Zealand Manuka (Leptospermum scoparium) Honey. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/19368902
Honey in dermatology and skin care: a review. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/24305429
The Medicine of the Manuka: an investigation of the usages and methods for utilization of honey derived from the pollen of Leptospermum scoparium in holistic nursing practice. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/23535120
Treatment of non-healing leg ulcers with Honeydew Honey. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/25187187
Mineral analysis of mono-floral New Zealand honey. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/25214355
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Average Nutritional Value per 100 g
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| Energy |
1,340 kJ (320 kcal) |
| Carbohydrates |
79.6 g |
| Fats |
0 g |
| Protein |
0.4 g |
| Water |
17.10 g |
| Riboflavin (vit. B2) |
0.038 mg |
| Niacin (vit. B3) |
0.121 mg |
| Pantothenic acid (B5) |
0.068 mg |
| Vitamin B6 |
0.024 mg |
| Folate (Vit. B9) |
2 μg |
| Vitamin C |
0.5 mg |
| Calcium |
6 mg |
| Iron |
0.42 mg |
| Magnesium |
2 mg |
| Phosphorus |
4 mg |
| Potassium |
52 mg |
| Sodium |
12 mg |
| Zinc |
0.22 mg |
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porcula1 (verified owner) –
I never thought it possible until I read EACH and every product description. Totally amazing and a wonderful “read”. I have had debilitating lower back pain for quite some time now. It is degenerative. I decided to try the Nectar Ease and it is wonderful! Take a spoonful every morning before work and I can now sit longer at my desk without pain. I also ordered the Honeydew Honey and am patiently awaiting its arrival as I do have GE problems. Thank you so much! Your products that I have tried so far are totally amazing! 🙂
Margaret Jeune (verified owner) –
I have just started using Nectar Ease again after a break of a year.Already I have noticed that I am able to move more freely and that I have less pain in my joints.
Sarah J Christie –
Awesome product, definitely is helping ?
Anne (verified owner) –
Received first supplies only last week, my husband is taking it for arthritic pains in hands, already a slight improvement and very optimistic as a friend’s father lost all pain after two months, never returned, which is why we decided to buy. Tastes absolutely wonderful, best honey I’ve ever tried
Melissa Nelson (verified owner) –
I stopped taking this 2 days ago and have noticed overnight that the joints pain i’ve had for 20yrs had returned. My daughter also loves this stuff! Am going to try the nectar ease plus this time. Thanks guys, highly recommend this product and looking forward to trying the plus.
julie jamieson (verified owner) –
This is an amazing product. Love the added bee venom benefits. Plus it tastes great.
Ariel –
Wow! This stuff really works for me! I get a lot of pain, muscular, joint and nerve pain and have taken all sorts of stuff to manage the pain. I can honestly say this stuff has helped me more than I thought it would, having been on high doses of tramadol that didn’t seem to help much and had pretty yucky side affects. I was sceptical but I’m so grateful for the chance I gave it! There is hope out there guys, for me it came in the form of bee venom. Blessings…
Muriel –
20 years ago I had great difficulty walking up stairs due to arthritis in my knees. I started taking nectar ease and within a month the stairs were not a problem any more. I still take a 1/2 teaspoon every night. It is a wonderful product and I have recommended it to many people over the years
Noh Chan Park (verified owner) –
Noh Chan
My wife suffered from Rheumatoid Arthritis on her both fingers 10 years.
She took 2 bottles of Nectar Ease Manuka honey added Bee Veron and was completely cured. Few months ago she started to suffer her finger again with Rheumatoid Arthritis. She is taking a bottle of Nectar Ease Manuka honey added Bee Veron now and she is getting better and better.
I am recommending Nectar Ease Manuka honey added Bee Veron to my friends in South Korea who have Rheumatoid Arthritis.
Janet (verified owner) –
Started taking Manuka Honey with added BEE VENOM a month ago and have found the symtems of arthritis to be diminishing. Was at a stage of hardly being able to walk in the cold weather, but now the toe joints are much more manageable. Started with a 1/4 teaspoon as recommended, felt a little tightening in the throat, but now am up to a comfortable 1 teaspoon with no adverse reaction at all. Highly recommend this product……
Steve (verified owner) –
Great product. Tastes great and it works
Dottie –
I suffer from Lyme Disease and Rocky Mt. Spotted Fever i received from one tick bite. After being on antibiotics for aver 4 years straight everyday, i was not getting any better. I believe that they were keeping me sick, so i started taking this product and after about 6-8 months I was so so very much better! I got off of all antibiotics and now I just use it occasionally as needed. I BEELIEVE this product saved my life! Thank you God, Nelson Farms and the bees.
JK (verified owner) –
I experienced some rash at start. However I took some break then resuming, there is no more allergic condition. This product is very helpful for my body, especially digestion and absorption of food.