From the beehive, bees collect four main products: honey, royal jelly, bee pollen, and propolis. According to Saban Basic (the Honey Man), these products are essential for feeding the colony, protecting the hive, and supporting the queen bee’s long life.
Quick Answer: What do bees collect from the hive?
- Honey
- Royal Jelly
- Bee Pollen
- Bee Propolis
1) Honey
Bees make honey and store it inside the honeycomb. Honey serves as food and energy for the colony and is stored in wax cells within the hive.
2) Royal Jelly
Royal jelly is produced to feed the queen bee. Worker bees typically live up to about 60 days, while the queen can live up to five years—and she eats only royal jelly. This nutrient-rich substance plays a key role in the queen’s longevity.
3) Bee Pollen
Bee pollen is collected from flowers and carried back to the hive. As bees travel from flower to flower carrying male pollen, they pollinate other plants.
4) Propolis
Propolis is another product collected by bees. According to the Honey Man, scientific study has described propolis as a “21st century antibiotic.” It is traditionally used for sore throat, dry throat, cuts, wounds, and colds.
Watch: What Comes From The Bee Hive?
Note: Individual uses vary. This information reflects statements made in the referenced video and is not medical advice.