Royal Jelly, a substance fit for queens. It is not just a name, but a promise of vitality and well-being. Here at Royal Jelly Honey in Bangkok, we delve into the fascinating world of this extraordinary bee secretion.
Royal Jelly is made by worker bees. It is secreted from glands in their heads. They feed it to all bee larvae. This includes drones, workers, and queens. But queen larvae get special treatment. They receive copious amounts of Royal Jelly throughout their development. This feeding triggers the development of queen morphology. It ensures they develop fully functional ovaries to lay eggs.
Imagine a hive bustling with activity. Worker bees diligently produce this precious substance. It’s a key to the queen’s longevity and fertility. Royal Jelly dictates whether a larva becomes a worker or a queen. This is due to a protein called royalactin. Royalactin triggers molecular events. These events result in the development of a queen.
This process involves DNA methylation. It is an epigenetic modification. Silencing an enzyme that methylates DNA can lead to a royal jelly-like effect. Most individuals with reduced DNA methylation emerge as queens. Their ovaries are fully developed. DNA methylation allows nutritional input to alter gene expression.
Royal Jelly is harvested from queen cells. These cells are stocked much faster than the larvae can consume it. A well-managed hive can produce about 500 grams of Royal Jelly in a season. Because it is perishable, producers must have immediate access to cold storage. Sometimes honey is added to aid preservation.
What exactly is in Royal Jelly? It is mostly water. About 67% is water. It also contains protein, simple sugars, and fatty acids. One notable acid is 10-hydroxy-2-decenoic acid or 10-HDA. Royal Jelly also contains trace minerals, antibacterial, and antibiotic components. You will also find pantothenic acid vitamin B5, pyridoxine vitamin B6 and trace amounts of vitamin C.
Major Royal Jelly Proteins or MRJPs are key components. These proteins constitute 83-90% of the total proteins. They are involved in the development of queen and worker larvae. This establishes the division of labor in the bee colony.
Royal Jelly has garnered attention for its potential health benefits. Some believe it enhances collagen. It may retain skin’s elasticity and radiance. Some use it in alternative medicine, called apitherapy. However, the European Food Safety Authority says evidence does not support claims of health benefits.
Be cautious if you have allergies. Royal Jelly may cause allergic reactions. These range from hives to asthma, or even fatal anaphylaxis. People with other allergies have a higher risk.
Here at Royal Jelly Honey, we offer you this product of Thailand. It is fresh and pure. Taste the dedication and hard work of honey bees. Experience the potential benefits of this unique substance. From the hive to your hands, Royal Jelly connects you to nature’s wonders.