What is Royal Jelly?

Royal jelly is a milky substance produced by worker bees and is used to feed the queen bee throughout her life. Royal Jelly has been used by man down for the centuries for its remarkable health-giving and rejuvenating properties. It has a complex nutritional profile that includes nucleotides, polyphenols, and unique organic acids which rejuvenates the body. It has been proven itself to be of great help in muscle and skin tone. It has been widely used in commercial medical products, health foods, and cosmetics in many countries. It is also commonly used as a dietary supplement for its potential health benefits. As a general tonic, it increases energy; promotes mental alertness, cell and skin rejuvenation and overall well-being. It has antibacterial properties and supports immune function. It is an excellent source of nutrients and is gentle on the system. It includes Vitamins, minerals, complete proteins, lipids and carbohydrates.

Queen Bees live exclusively on Royal Jelly and it accounts for their incredible size and longevity. Royal Jelly has a reputation for promoting energy, stamina, a healthy immune system and vitality.

Precaution: Royal Jelly may cause allergic reactions, asthma and even fatal anaphylaxis in some humans. Therefore, Royal Jelly should be orally ingested as nutreaceutical agent or food-ingredient only after an allergy test. It is always good to consult with a healthcare professional before taking any supplement.

  • Composition

    Composition may change depending on the floral sources available during the period.

    Moisture/water content: 60-70% the remaining dry matter is composed of

    • Protein: 27-41%
    • Carbohydrates: (near 30%)
    • Lipids: (8-19%)


    10-HDA is present only in RJ and is known for having various pharmacological effects

    Royal Jelly quality measured by its amount of 10-HDA (hydroxy-2-decenoic acid) is one of the active substance acts as anti-tumor, anti-inflammatory and anti- aging activity. It also extends the life span. As per international standards 10 HDA required minimum 1.2% but Shiva Organic Royal jelly contains 10HDA more than 2%

  • Vitamin and Mineral content of Royal Jelly

    (Adapted from Sabatini et al. (2009) and Barnutiu et al. (2011)

    • Potassium: 200-1000 mg/100g
    • Magnesium: 20 -100
    • Iron: 1-11
    • Zinc: 0.7-8
    • Copper: 0.33-1.6
    • B1 (Thiamin): 0.1-1.7
    • B2 (Riboflavin):  0.5-2.5
    • B3 (Niacin):  4.5-19
    • B5 (Pantothenic acid) : 3.6-23
    • B6 (Pyridoxin): 0.2-5.5
    • H (Biotin) : 0.15-0.55              
    • Folic acid: 0.01-0.06