Poison of bees: medical uses and benefits

Next, we review the therapeutic applications and the main benefits of bee poison. What is apitoxin and how does it work in the body? According to the Mayo Clinic, apitoxin is a substance secreted by a combination of acidic and alkaline glands located in the abdomen of worker bees and queens. It is administered by stinging and has a clear liquid appearance with a characteristic odor. While worker bees die when biting, queens can use their sting s…