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Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives, itching; feeling light-headed; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Although not all side effects are known, bee pollen is thought to be possibly safe when taken for up to 30 days.
Long-term use of bee pollen may cause serious side effects. Stop using bee pollen and call your healthcare provider at once if you have:
- • skin rash, bruising, severe tingling, numbness, pain, muscle weakness;
- • trouble breathing;
- • upper stomach pain, loss of appetite; or
- • swelling, rapid weight gain.
Common side effects may include:
- • numbness, tingling; or
- • upset stomach.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. *
It’s safe for most people to take bee pollen by mouth for a 30- to 60-day period, depending on the dose. A lower dose can be consumed with a bee pollen mixture and is deemed safer.
The biggest safety concerns are bee pollen allergic reactions, which may be an issue for people who are allergic to pollen. If you notice itching, swelling, shortness of breath or light-headedness after consuming pollen, you may have bee allergies or a sensitivity to bee products, so discontinue use until you’ve spoken to your health care provider.
There is some concern that bee pollen may stimulate the uterus and threaten pregnancy, which is why women who are pregnant should avoid using pollen or use it with the guidance of a health care provider.
People on blood thinners, like warfarin, should also avoid eating bee pollen. *