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Pollen
Moderate concern
Bee pollen contains protein, vitamins, and polyphenols, but documented case reports describe severe allergic reactions including anaphylaxis in pollen-allergic individuals. Pregnancy use is generally discouraged.
Found in
68 products
What it is
Bee pollen — pellets of flower pollen collected by honeybees and packed with bee secretions.
Functional/nutritional supplement; sometimes added to honey or smoothies.
Why it's flagged
- severe allergy / anaphylaxis risk in pollen-allergic individuals
- microbial contamination
- drug interactions in some cases
What regulators actually say
"Bee pollen has been associated with hypersensitivity reactions including anaphylaxis in patients with pollen allergies; case reports describe systemic reactions following ingestion."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Marketed as a dietary supplement; not approved as a drug.
European Union — EFSA
Recognized food/supplement; allergen risk noted.
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