Patricia Arriaga

The ancient remedy making a modern comeback What Is Propolis? Deep inside a beehive, bees are doing something remarkable. They fly out to collect sticky resins from tree buds, bark, and plants — mixing them with beeswax and their own enzymes to create one of nature's most extraordinary substances: propolis . Often called "bee glue,"  propolis is the hive's first line of defense. Bees coat every surface of the hive with it, sealing cracks and creating a sterile, protected environment. Without...

Honoring Tradition Through Xul-Ha Honey At Xul-Ha Honey , we are proud to bring you one of the most treasured gifts of the Yucatán Peninsula: honey from the sacred Melipona beecheii . Mayan name for Melipona beecheii is Xunan Kab which translates to "regal lady bee". This stingless bee has been cultivated for centuries by Mayan communities, who view it not only as a source of nourishment, but as a symbol of harmony between people and nature. Melipona Beechii Bees The name Xul-Ha  ( Mayan:...