How to Know If You Are Allergic to Royal Jelly

Royal jelly is a supplement that is created by worker bees to feed larval as well as queen bees. According to the article "Royal Jelly" by the Langone Medical Center at Med.nyu.edu, royal jelly is believed to have antimicrobial properties and is used to boost immunity. However, there are inherent risks associated with royal jelly in that it can cause certain allergic reactions. Following are some possible signs of an allergic reaction to royal jelly.

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Instructions

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  Take royal jelly as directed. If your skin breaks out or if you develop a rash, you may have an allergy to royal jelly. If you have excessive itching on your skin or red or itchy eyes after taking royal jelly, you probably have an allergy to it. Stop taking royal jelly immediately.

• 2

  If you experience dizziness, a runny nose or excess mucus in your throat or mouth, this may be indicative of an allergy to royal jelly. Do not take any more royal jelly.

• 3

  If you have swelling on any area of your body, especially on your face or eyelids, after taking royal jelly, you might have an allergy to it. Refrain from taking any more of this supplement.

• 4

  If you experience shortness of breath, asthma symptoms or anaphylactic symptoms requiring an emergency room visit, you probably have an allergy to this bee supplement. Stop taking royal jelly.

• 5

  Stop taking royal jelly if you develop any adverse symptoms to it. If your symptoms clear up in the next day or two, it is likely that you are allergic to royal jelly. (See the Resources for more allergy symptoms.)