The Honey Bee and Apitherapy: Biology, History, Traditional Medicine, and Modern Therapeutic Applications

Bibliographic information

Publication date

2026-11-08

Pays de publication

Algérie

Edition

1re édition SARAHMED, 2026

Language

Anglais

ISBN

978-9969-17-075-7

Pages

138

Format

16 × 24 cm

Legal deposit date

2026-11-25

Classification THEMA

MX — Médecine et thérapies complémentaires, intégrées et alternatives

Subject Area

Sciences de la Nature et de la Vie

Abstract

This book presents honey bee biology and the historical, traditional, and scientific foundations of apitherapy. It describes the taxonomy, diversity, geographical distribution, and anatomy of honey bees before examining honey, propolis, bee pollen, bee bread, royal jelly, beeswax, and bee venom. For each product, it considers composition, investigated biological activities, proposed uses, and available experimental or clinical findings. The discussion addresses natural variability, product characterization, quality control, standardization, and safety, particularly allergic reactions and anaphylaxis. It distinguishes traditional applications and laboratory observations from clinical evidence and explains why findings for one preparation or indication cannot automatically be generalized to others.

Authors and contributors

Suggested citation

Moussa Abderrazak BAMBRA. The Honey Bee and Apitherapy: Biology, History, Traditional Medicine, and Modern Therapeutic Applications. SARAHMED Éditions, 2026. ISBN : 978-9969-17-075-7

Rights and licence

© 2026 Moussa Abderrazak BAMBRA. Tous droits réservés.