Preferred Label : Green Propolis Supplement;
NCIt synonyms : Propolis Supplement; Green Propolis in Oil Supplement; Taiwan Green Propolis Supplement;
NCIt definition : An orally available, dietary supplement consisting of Taiwan green propolis dissolved
in edible oil, with potential antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and anti-mucositis
activities. Depending on location and seasons, a variety of phenolic acids, flavonoids,
esters, diterpenes, sesquiterpenes, lignans, aromatic aldehydes, alcohols, amino acids,
fatty acids, vitamins and minerals have been found in propolis, which is produced
by bees using beeswax and saliva. The anti-mucositis effects of propolis may be attributable
to the antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant activities of polyphenolic
compounds including flavonoids and phenolic acids. Upon administration, green propolis
supplement may kill bacteria thus potentially preventing inflammation of the mucosal
membranes, thereby decreasing radiation-induced oral mucositis. In addition, propolis
may act as antioxidant and scavenge free radicals. This may inhibit cellular oxidation
and prevent free radical damage to cells.;
NCI Metathesaurus CUI : CL1407749;
Origin ID : C174111;
UMLS CUI : C5420595;
Semantic type(s)
- Food [UMLS semantic type]
- concept_is_in_subset
