Bee bearding is a phenomenon wherein older bees cluster outside of the front hive during hot weather, when they do that it looks like the hive has a beard, it is usually mistaken by others as a sign of swarming but it has something to do with the ventilation of the hive when the weather was hot. This behavior coincides with the onset of the hot humid days and nights, the relative humidity is high in the Philippines, a high amount of moisture or vapor in the air makes hot temperatures feel hotter. Bearding begins when the summer temperatures reach 38°C (100°F) or more. Bearding has something to do with the temperature inside the hive, space available, and the population (crowding) of the hive. A hive with plenty of ventilation will probably have less bees gathering on the front of it. The average temperature in the beehive is between 32-35°C (90-95°F). Honeybees have the ability to regulate the temperature of their nest throughout the year.If it is cold, bees raise the temperature within the hive by huddling together to keep warm and vibrating their wing muscles to generate heat. If it is hot, they lower it by fanning their wings to circulate air through the hive. If it is really hot, they collect water for evaporation cooling.Droplets of water are placed inside the hive, then the bees stand in a line facing the hive entrance fanning their wings creating air currents that evaporate the water, thus cooling the hive. Whenever the bees does the fanning at the entrance, there are many inside the hive doing similar fanning to control the hive temperature. I am a woodworker as well as a beekeeper, as a woodworker we used a gadget to know and control the moisture of the wood, bees also control the moisture inside the hive an example of which was the honey, when the moisture of the honey was high it is still uncapped but when it reach the right moisture content the bees seal the honeycomb, sealed comb is a sign that the honey on a honeycomb is ready for harvest and won't easily ferment.
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Mactan Island Bee Farm had launched a facebook group page at this address: https://www.facebook.com/groups/beesmactanislandbeefarm/ the picture on the left was our bee technician/consultant Mr. Stephen Jamio Bastida, he is the one who taught us how to keep bees in a span of 4 Sundays at Vergara Residence/Apiary at Pajo Lapu-Lapu City, you will never forget his name once you had a seminar with him for he always remind beekeepers that bee sting is a therapy. One of the quote you'll also learn from him during his seminar was "Bees for Environment and Economic Sustainability". My companions during our seminar were Christian Maningo a highschool friend and my dad, we had a great time experiencing those pain from bee stings and the taste of honey and mangoes during break time,. When a bee sting a person, they inject venom through their stinger into the skin of the victim. Bee Venom is known treat not only pain but arthritic conditions, multiple sclerosis, and other health woes however if you are allergic to bee stings the normal reaction to a bee stin is the skin is reddened and painful. Swelling and itching may also occur, but the pain usually disappears over a few hours. In the so-called large local reaction to an insect sting, the swelling, redness, and pain may persist for up to a week. Areas adjacent to the site of the skin may also be involved in the large local reaction. In a systemic allergic reaction, the entire body is affected. The victim may develop hives, redness, or swelling at sites on the body distant from the site of the sting. Symptoms can also include: In a systemic allergic reaction, the entire body is affected. The victim may develop hives, redness, or swelling at sites on the body distant from the site of the sting. Symptoms can also include: vomiting, nausea, diarrhea, and dizziness. In anaphylactic reactions, victims experience wheezing, difficulty breathing, and a drop in blood pressure that leads to shock if not treated promptly. These type of reactions usually occur within minutes of the bee sting. Since most people who have allergies to bee stings will have a worsened reaction to every subsequent sting, those individuals with bee sting allergies should talk to their doctor about taking special precautions, including carrying an injectable form of the drug epinephrine (used to treat anaphylactic reactions) at all times. If the person does not have severe allergy symptoms: 1. Remove the Stinger Scrape the area with a fingernail or use tweezers to remove it. Don't pinch the stinger -- that can inject more venom. 2. Control Swelling Ice the area. If you were stung on your arm or leg, elevate it. Remove any tight-fitting jewelry from the area of the sting. As it swells, rings or bracelets might be difficult to remove. 3. Treat Symptoms For pain, take an over-the-counter painkiller like acetaminophen or ibuprofen. Do not give aspirin to anyone under age 18. For itchiness, take an antihistamine. You can also apply a mixture of baking soda and water or calamine lotion. 4. Follow-Up It might take 2-5 days for the area to heal. Keep it clean to prevent infection. If the person does have severe allergy symptoms (anaphylaxis): 1. Seek Emergency Seek emergency care if the person has any of these symptoms or a history of severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis), even if there are no symptoms: Difficulty breathing or wheezing, tightness in the throat or a feeling that the airways are closing hoarseness or trouble speaking, nausea, abdominal pain, or vomiting, Fast heartbeat or pulse, Skin that severely itches, tingles, swells, or turns red, Anxiety or dizziness, Loss of consciousness 2. Inject Epinephrine Immediately If the person has an anaphylaxis action plan from a doctor for injecting epinephrine and other emergency measures, follow it. Otherwise, if the person carries an epinephrine shot or one is available: Inject epinephrine if the person is unable to. If the person has a history of anaphylaxis, don't wait for signs of a severe reaction to inject epinephrine. Read and follow patient instructions carefully. Inject epinephrine into outer muscle of the thigh. Avoid injecting into a vein or buttock muscles. Do not inject medicine into hands or feet, which can cause tissue damage. If this happens, notify emergency room staff. The person may need more than one injection if there's no improvement after the first. For an adult, inject again after 10 to 20 minutes. For a child, inject again after 5 to 30 minutes. A person should always go to the ER after an epinephrine injection, even if the symptoms subside. 3. Do CPR if the Person Stops Breathing For a child, start CPR for children. For an adult, start adult CPR. 4. Follow-Up Make sure that someone stays with the person for 24 hours after anaphylaxis in case of another attack. Report the reaction to the person's doctor. Ingredients:
Instructions: 1. Begin by melting coconut oil and beeswax together over a double boiler. 2. Rest a heat-proof bowl inside a small saucepan of water and heat it gently, stirring constantly, until the beeswax is melted. 3. Add the remaining ingredients. Stir it all together. At this point, you’ll have a runny paste or slurry. This will change quickly. 4. Pour your deodorant slurry into your empty deodorant container. it will quickly begin to solidify at room temperature, There you have it! A coconut-oil-based deodorant that won’t melt at room temperature. It is said that the word “medicine” derives from “mead” (honey wine). Whether or not this is true, honey and the products of bees have long been used as medicine. Apitherapy is the medical use of honey bee products, honey, beeswax, propolis
and bee venom, used in bee-sting therapy, are the main bee products used in apitherapy. Honey Honey has antibiotic properties, it is a sterile solution with a high sugar concentration that prevents the growth of micro-organisms. It is highly acid. It contains enzymes which produce hydrogen peroxide that kills bacteria. Honey is good for healing wounds and for skin treatment, its hygroscopic property is good for drying out wounds, and its permeability allows oxygen to pass through it. Hangovers? Honey is a great way to help the body deal with the toxic effects of a hangover, scientists say. The fructose in honey helps the body break down alcohol into harmless by-products. Honey also contains powerful antioxidant properties that can neutralise the harmful effects of alcohol. Enjoy two tablespoons of honey on its own, or on toast. Bee Venom Bee Venom can be of benefit in treating a large number of ailments. Bee venom therapy can be useful in both rheumatoid and osteoarthritis, helping with both pain and swelling. In the case of rheumatoid arthritis, rheumatoid nodules can lessen in size. Other connective tissue diseases such as scleroderma have been (anecdotally) helped by Bee venom therapy Even systemic inflammations not related to joints, such as ulcerative colitis or even asthma, may warrant a trial of bee venom. This is presumably due to stimulation of endogenous cortisol through the hypothalamus-pituitary-adrenal axis. Acute and chronic injuries. Bursitis, tendonitis and other areas of injury respond well to bee venom therapy. In this case, the effect is probably a local anti- inflammatory effect, involving the humoral and cellular immune responses to a foreign protein. Chronic back and neck pain may respond, as can other aches and pains. Scar tissue. Keloids and other scar tissue are broken down and softened by the substances in the venom, and can flatten out and fade in color. Internal scar tissue, such as adhesions from previous surgery, may respond to treatment over the area. Royal Jelly Royal jelly is used for asthma, hay fever, liver disease, pancreatitis, sleep troubles (insomnia), premenstrual syndrome (PMS), stomach ulcers, kidney disease, bonefractures, menopausal symptoms, skin disorders, and high cholesterol. It is also used as a general health tonic, for fighting the effects of aging, and for boosting the immune system. Beeswax Beeswax contains natural moisturizers that make it useful as a skin and lip balm -- the substance locks in moisture and can help keep the skin firm and plump. In some cases, beeswax may be applied to minor burns or other skin damage in order to help the skin heal. Beeswax can also be mixed with other products, such as honey and olive oil, to produce lotions and balms that can serve as natural treatments against eczema and psoriasis. Bee Pollen Bee pollen’s medicinal use dates back to the early Chinese and Egyptian societies where it was used for its near-miraculous ability to rejuvenate and heal. Bee pollen was often entombed with Pharaohs. The Romans and Greeks called bee pollen “the life-giving dust”. Bee pollens are Energy Enhancer and a skin soother, it is often used in topical products that aim to treat inflammatory conditions and common skin irritations like psoriasis or eczema. The amino acids and vitamins protect the skin and aid the regeneration of cells. In respiratory systems bee pollen contains a high quantity of antioxidants that may have an anti-inflammatory effect on the tissues of the lungs, preventing the onset of asthma. In treating sllergies pollen reduces the presence of histamine, ameliorating many allergies. In the digestive system bee pollen contains enzymes that can aid in digestion. Enzymes assist your body in getting all the nutrients you need from the food that you eat. Pollen can also be an immune system booster and is good for the intestinal flora and thereby supports the immune system. bee pollen has antibiotic-type properties that can help protect the body from contracting viruses. It's also rich in antioxidants that protect the cells from the damaging oxidation of free radicals. It also treats addictions it is used holistically for healing addictions and inhibiting cravings by suppressing impulses. Because bee pollen crashes cravings, it is a very useful research is needed into this benefit, particularly when it comes to weight management. Bee pollen supports the cardiovascular System it contains large amounts of Rutin; an antioxidant bioflavonoid that helps strengthen capillaries, blood vessels, assists with circulatory problems and corrects cholesterol levels. Its potent anti-clotting powers could help prevent heart attack and stroke. Bee pollen also serves as prostate Aid wherein men who suffer from benign prostate hyperplasia can find relief by using bee pollen. Bee pollen can help reduce inflammation to stop frequent urges to urinate. Propolis When rubbed into the skin, propolis works well to treat skin ulcers, burns, and other skin conditions. It’s been used to treat sore joints and rheumatism with its flavonoids, and is particularly effective during the colder months of the year. The same pain relieving properties can work to help with osteolytic bone diseases and bone loss. Propolis is used to kill bacteria and relieve pain after food poisoning, and is particularly effective at tackling staphylococcus auereus. |
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