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2018 In Review

12/31/2018

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Well another year has come and gone, while we are excited for what the new year will bring, We can't help but reflect back on this year and all that it brought us. In this blog post we wanted to look back on some of the information we have put together this year for you. 

We first wanted to thank our continued patrons for your support. It is truly an honor providing you with the best quality vitamins and supplements we can. We have been located in the Phoenix metro area of Arizona since 1978 with basic foundation on beehive products. As the field of health and nutrition have advanced we in turn have grown too. Still providing some of the greatest bee pollen and products available with a large assortment of supplements to aid in everything else your body needs to help maintain its healthy and happy self. 

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Earlier this year researchers at the University of Arizona have released a study in regards to honeybees and the bacteria in their guts and the food they eat in relation to the longevity of their lives. They hope the insects can serve as models to discover how genetics, gut bacteria and diet influence aging in humans.
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"Our study is the first to suggest a connection between the bacteria that inhabit the bees’ guts, the foods they eat, and physiological differences related to aging, stress and longevity," says Kirk Anderson, a research microbiologist with the Carl Hayden Bee Research Center in Tucson, Arizona. Anderson is also an adjunct scientist in the Department of Entomology and Center for Insect Science in the UA's College of Agriculture and Life Sciences."

The article goes on to talk about how certain bacteria effects a worker bee verses a queen bee and the longer lifespan a queen has and the connection we have as humans to the same process. One of our favorite parts of the article is when they mention Royal Jelly...

"The workers will feed her only royal jelly, which they produce in specialized glands. You can think of royal jelly as a type of super food, the bee's equivalent of breast milk, supporting beneficial bacteria and containing antimicrobial peptides. The study suggests that royal jelly, which enhances the growth of queen-specific gut microbes, sets the queen on a trajectory toward a much longer life..."
University of Arizona Study: Queen Bees and the Microbial Fountain of Youth
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We talked a lot this year about the benefits that bees have on the environment, the agriculture, and the products they make to our health. Here  is a quick refresher on those products created by honeybees:

Bee Pollen granules differ in size, shape and weight even color ranging from bright yellow to black all depending on the plant type. While it is obvious that the chemical compounds of Bee Pollen can vary depending on the plant from which it was gathered, you can be sure that pollen contains essentials nutrients such as proteins, amino acids, fatty acids, lipids, phenolics, enzymes, coenzymes, flavonoids, vitamins and minerals. Most individual who take bee pollen as a dietary supplement will do so by sprinkling the granules on their cereal, maybe dissolve it in their water so simply by swallowing a given amount.
 
Another bee hive product is Propolis, a plant derived resinous product that foraging bees produce by collecting resin from buds and other plant tissues. It is mixed with their wax and pollen into a malleable compact substance used to repair their hive. Propolis contains important vitamins, useful minerals, enzymes, fatty acids and organic compounds. 

Last but certainly not least is Royal Jelly. A yellowish-white substance secreted from the honey bees salivary glands. In it can be found amino acids, enzymes, vitamins, phenolics, minerals, fatty acids, bio-active compounds and proteins. The most and main abundant protein is known as Royalactin. Royal Jelly is exclusively fed to Queen Bees and newly hatched larvae. 

During the 1950’s and 1960’s was when we saw the herbal market start to really grow with the advances in scientific knowledge of natural products. In 1977 expert representatives of traditional medicines recommended that The World Health Organization (WHO) “use all the possible resources at its command to continue to promote and develop traditional medicine” and specifically “should promote the formulation and declaration of national policies for encouraging, supporting and developing traditional systems of medicine.”

Then in 2008 the first WHO Congress on Traditional Medicines met in Bejiing, Chine and adopted six key articles known as the Bejiing Declaration. Points in which govements should have a responsibility for the health of their people, and the knowledge of traditional medicines, treatments and practices should be respected, preserved, promoted and communicated widely and appropriately based on the circumstances in each country. You can read more here: 
World Health Organization: Beijing Declaration

Vitamins are organic substances made by plants and animals, which are then eaten by humans. However, Vitamin D and Vitamin K are made by the body in small amounts
Minerals are inorganic substances that are not made by living things. Minerals are found naturally in soil and water and are absorbed by plants, which are then eaten by people and other animals
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Arizona Brand Nutritionals Vitamin Line: Vitamin E, Vitamin C Plus, Vitamin D3, B Complex 75, HypoAller-C, and Essential Nutrients
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Arizona Brand Nutritionals Mineral Line: Magnesium, Potassium 5, MSM, Zinc 3, Calci-Taine Plus, Essential Nutrients, Cal 10 Plus, Calnesium Plus

Thank you, thank you, thank you to our patrons who have continued to support our business and strives to maintain the best health they can with our dietary supplements.

We couldn't do it without you. We hope this year we were able to provide you with some more knowledge into vitamins, minerals, herbs and especially bee products. We look forward to continuing to bring you these blog post. If you have any suggestions, comments, concerns, or ideas for blog topics we'd love to hear from you! Please email us at info@arizbrands.com .

As a last reminder, today is the LAST DAY to place any order over $75.00 and receive FREE SHIPPING with code: BlackFriday at checkout. 

Big News For 2019!

Starting January 1st 2019, each month we will be choosing an organization to donate a portion of sales too! We are also so excited to announce that January's charity is Disabled American Veterans! 
Visit the DAV website to learn more

​Did you know that at the end of November 2018, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development estimated that veterans accounted for roughly 40,000 homeless. 

                                               And that friends, is 40,000 too many.

​So for the entire month of January a portion of the sales from ALL of our Bee Products are going to be donated to the Disabled American Veterans -  a nonprofit charity that provides a lifetime of support for veterans of all generations and their families. They have served us and the least we can do is serve them in return
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As a reminder here are a few of the bee products we offer!

Bee Pollen Granules - 16oz (454g)

$23.10

Pollen is the male germinating seed collected by the Honey Bee as it goes from plant to plant gathering nectar that will be converted to honey once they are back to their hive. They carry the pollen on their hind legs in specialized structures called Pollen Baskets or "Corbiculae" in Latin. Pollen traps located to the entrance of the hive are used to collect parts of the Pollen basket, making sure to leave some for the bee as well. In return it helps to mobilize the bee increasing the number of field bees and number of gathering flights. Pollen grains differ in size, shape and weight even color ranging from bright yellow to black all depending on the plant type.

  While it is obvious that the chemical compounds of Bee Pollen can vary depending on the plant from which it was gathered, you can be sure that pollen contains essentials nutrients such as proteins, amino acids, fatty acids, lipids, phenolics, enzymes, coenzymes, flavonoids, vitamins and minerals.

   Bee Pollen has also been knownas a valuable dietary supplement. Especially during recovery periods, Bee Pollen aids to increase the physical and mental state of those who experience stress and overworking and to give the immune system a boost. 

  Bee Pollen sprinkled on cereal, dissolved in juice or taken any number of ways can add essential nutrients to your diet.


Additional Information:

1. The honey bees greatest importance is as a crop pollinator, estimating $15 billion in added crop value. 

2. The nectar bees collect is converted into honey, their primary source of carbohydrates. 

3. An average size bee colony is made up about 20,000 bees and collects an average of 125 pounds of pollen per year. 

4. Photographs from ancient tombs can be seen in the Metropolitan Museum of Art depicting Beekeeping and honey foraging. 


Ingredients: Bee Pollen


Our Bee Pollen comes in 8oz granules, 90 - 500mg capsules, 120 - 500mg tablets and 120 - 1500 mg tablets.



Find our other bee products: Propolis, Royal Jelly and Queen Bee Essentials.


Read our Blog Post on Honeybees, Honeybee Herbs, and A Brief History of Natural Products.


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Bee Pollen 1500mg - 120 Tablets

$14.65

Pollen is the male germinating seed collected by the Honey Bee as it goes from plant to plant gathering nectar that will be converted to honey once they are back to their hive. They carry the pollen on their hind legs in specialized structures called Pollen Baskets or "Corbiculae" in Latin. Pollen traps located to the entrance of the hive are used to collect parts of the Pollen basket, making sure to leave some for the bee as well. In return it helps to mobilize the bee increasing the number of field bees and number of gathering flights. Pollen grains differ in size, shape and weight even color ranging from bright yellow to black all depending on the plant type.

  While it is obvious that the chemical compounds of Bee Pollen can vary depending on the plant from which it was gathered, you can be sure that pollen contains essentials nutrients such as proteins, amino acids, fatty acids, lipids, phenolics, enzymes, coenzymes, flavonoids, vitamins and minerals.

   Bee Pollen has also been proposed as a valuable dietary supplement, especially in recovery periods, aids to increase the physical and mental state of those who experience stress and overworking and to give the immune system a boost. 

  Bee Pollen sprinkled on cereal, dissolved in juice or taken any number of ways can add essential nutrients to your diet.


Additional Information:

1. The honey bees greatest importance is as a crop pollinator, estimating $15 billion in added crop value. 

2. The nectar bees collect is converted into honey, their primary source of carbohydrates. 

3. An average size bee colony is made up about 20,000 bees and collects an average of 125 pounds of pollen per year. 

4. Photographs from ancient tombs can be seen in the Metropolitan Museum of Art depicting Beekeeping and honey foraging. 


Ingredients: Bee Pollen


Our Bee Pollen is also available in 8 oz granules, 16 oz granules, 90 - 500 mg capsules, 120 - 500 mg tablets.


Explore our other bee products: Propolis, Royal Jelly and Queen Bee Essential


Read our Blog Posts: Honeybees, Honeybee Herbs, and A Brief History of Natural Products


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Propolis 500mg - 60 Capsules

$9.80

Propolis is a plant derived resinous product that foraging bees produce by collecting resin from plant buds and other plant tissues. It is mixed with their wax and pollen into a malleable compact substance used to repair their hive. Propolis contains important vitamins, useful minerals, enzymes, fatty acids and organic compounds. Bees use the substance to seal holes and cracks while smoothing the internal surface of their beehives. 

   

Additional Information:

1. Propolis is of Greek origin; "pro" meaning in [front of/ in defense of] and "polis" meaning [city]

2. Commonly called "Bee Glue."

3. In its raw form cool propolis is hard and breakable, when warm it is flexible and very sticky. 


Ingredients: Propolis


Propolis is available in several forms. 500mg tablets or capsules, Wafers, Alcohol-free Extract, Tincture, Salve, and Cream.


Explore our other bee products: Bee Pollen, Royal Jelly and Queen Bee Essentials


Read our Blog Posts: Honeybees, Honeybee Herbs, A Brief History of Natural Products.

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Propolis Cream - 1oz (28g)

$8.80

Propolis is a plant derived resinous product that foraging bees produce by collecting resin from buds and other plant tissues. It is mixed with their wax and pollen into a malleable compact substance used to repair their hive. Propolis contains important vitamins, useful minerals, enzymes, fatty acids and organic compounds. Bees use the substance to seal holes and cracks while smoothing the internal surface of their beehives. 

   

Additional Information:

1. Propolis is of Greek origin; "pro" meaning in [front of/ in defense of] and "polis" meaning [city]

2. Commonly called "Bee Glue."

3. In its raw form cool propolis is hard and breakable, when warm it is flexible and very sticky. 


Ingredients:Propolis, Vitamin E and Aloe Vera to soothe and moisturize the skin.


Our Propolis is available in several forms. 500 mg tablets , 500mg capsules, Wafers, Alcohol-free Extract, Tincture, and Salve.


Explore our other bee products: Bee Pollen, Royal Jelly and Queen Bee Essentials


Read our Blog Posts: Honeybees, Honeybee Herbs, A Brief History of Natural Products.


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Queen Bee Essentials - 90 Capsules

$18.60

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Our Queen Bee Essentials is the perfect mix of Bee Pollen, Propolis and Royal Jelly in one convenient capsule. 

All the added benefits of proteins, amino acids, fatty acids, lipids, phenolics, enzymes, coenzymes, flavonoids, vitamins and minerals, can be found together in each capsule.

All of these essential nutrients, with a good diet and exercise patterns, can contribute to disease prevention and better health.


A July 2018 Study done by the University of Arizona on Queen Bees and their Royal Jelly found here states

"The study suggests that royal jelly, which enhances the growth of queen-specific gut microbes, sets the queen on a trajectory toward a much longer life.."

and

"...The workers will feed her only royal jelly, which they produce in specialized glands. You can think of royal jelly as a type of super food, the bee's equivalent of breast milk, supporting beneficial bacteria and containing antimicrobial peptides...



Read our Blog Post: Honeybees, Honeybee Herbs, A Brief History of Natural Products and Royal Jelly and Honey


Find our other products: Bee Pollen, Propolis, and Royal Jelly. 



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Royal Jelly - 90 Capsules

$14.90

Royal Jelly is a yellowish-white substance secreted from the honey bees salivary glands. In it can be found amino acids, enzymes, vitamins, phenolics, minerals, fatty acids, bio-active compounds and proteins. The most and main abundant protein is known as Royalactin. 

Along with our other Bee products, the valuable nutrients found in Royal Jelly are essential to nutritional support and maintaining health. A wellness boost if you will. 


Additional Information:

1. Royal Jelly is exclusively fed to Queen Bees and newly hatched larvae.

2. Princess Diana was documented in using Royal Jelly throughout her pregnancies. 


July 2018 Study done by the University of Arizona on Queen Bees and their Royal Jelly states:


"The study suggests that royal jelly, which enhances the growth of queen-specific gut microbes, sets the queen on a trajectory toward a much longer life.."

and

"...The workers will feed her only royal jelly, which they produce in specialized glands. You can think of royal jelly as a type of super food, the bee's equivalent of breast milk, supporting beneficial bacteria and containing antimicrobial peptides...


Read the article here: https://uanews.arizona.edu/story/queen-bees-and-microbial-fountain-youth


Read our Blog Posts: Honeybees, Honeybee Herbs, A Brief History of Natural Products and Royal Jelly and Honey


Also available - 11 oz. jar of Royal Jelly & Honey, or Queen Bee Essentials. You can find our other Bee Products in: Bee Pollen, and Propolis


Ingredients: Royal Jelly


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