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Dietary supplement

Fresh Bee Pollen Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Y.S. Eco Bee Farms

Other (e.g. Tea Bag) Category: Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Most serious interaction: Moderate
The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Fresh Bee Pollen is a dietary supplement by Y.S. Eco Bee Farms with 4 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for constipation, diarrhea, high cholesterol.Based on those ingredients, 2,025 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Dietary Fiber, Bee Pollen. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Fresh Bee Pollen by Y.S. Eco Bee Farms

Our pharmacy team’s full take, with four database checks built into the cards below — a summary of what is known, not a grade of the product itself.

From our pharmacy team — supplement deep dive

What’s inside

Full disclosure
Ingredient Transparency · database check
Full

Every active ingredient lists its own amount on the label.

Why this rating?
  • The label discloses an exact amount for 2 of its 2 active ingredients.
  • No proprietary blends here — you can verify the dose of every single component.

This product contains one active ingredient: bee pollen, the protein-rich dust that honeybees collect from flowers and mix with their saliva to create a nutrient-dense food for the hive. It's been studied for potential benefits in athletic performance and various other health areas.

Does it work?

Strong evidence
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
By FDA rules, dietary supplements can’t claim to treat, cure, or prevent disease — so labels speak in careful marketing language. We discern each product’s intended use from its name, label claims, and label statements, then grade the clinical evidence for that use. How these ratings are computed

This product doesn't appear to be marketed for a specific use, so we graded its ingredients' overall clinical evidence instead.

Strong

Strong clinical evidence supports its ingredients for:

Why this rating?
  • We looked at the product name, claims, and label statements and couldn't find a stated purpose to grade.
  • Since the label doesn't commit to one use, we graded the ingredients' overall clinical evidence instead.
  • On file: Constipation — rated "Effective" (Black Psyllium) (Natural Medicines).
  • On file: Coronary heart disease (CHD) — rated "Likely Effective" (Black Psyllium) (Natural Medicines).

The evidence supporting bee pollen is mixed and often limited. For athletic performance, the data suggests it's probably not effective.

For allergies, hot flashes, amenorrhea, prostate health, and other conditions, we don't have enough reliable evidence yet to say whether it works or not.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Black Psyllium Bee Pollen

How safe is it?

Well-documented data
Safety Information · database check
Well characterized

Adverse-effect, pregnancy, and general safety data are on file for most of these ingredients.

Why this rating?
  • We hold adverse-effect (side-effect) data for 2 of the 2 matched ingredients.
  • Pregnancy & breastfeeding safety ratings cover 2 of 2.
  • General safety write-ups exist for 2 of 2.
  • Remember: this measures how much safety information exists. Thin data is not the same as being safe.

Bee pollen is generally well tolerated by most people, but it does carry real risks. If you have a history of seasonal pollen allergies — especially to ragweed, chrysanthemums, marigolds, daisies, or related plants — you're at risk for serious allergic reactions, which can range from itching and swelling to shortness of breath and anaphylaxis.

Rare cases of liver inflammation (acute hepatitis) and kidney problems have been reported with bee pollen use. The safety data in pregnancy advises against it — there isn't enough information to know it's safe.

While breastfeeding, the data is even sparser, so it's best avoided. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether bee pollen is right for your situation.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Black Psyllium Bee Pollen

Meds to double-check

Moderate interaction found
Known Interaction Concern · database check
Moderate identified

The most serious documented interaction for these ingredients is Moderate. Check your medications for a personalized result.

Why this rating?
  • 2 of the 2 matched ingredients can interact with medications — Bee Pollen, Black Psyllium.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: anticoagulant / antiplatelet drugs; heart-rhythm medications; lithium.
  • For scale: 2,026 individual medications appear in the full list. A big number alone doesn't make a product dangerous — what matters is whether YOUR medication is on it, so run yours through the interaction checker on this page.

Blood thinners (anticoagulants) — particularly warfarin — warrant a check-in with your doctor or pharmacist before starting. Bee pollen may strengthen the effect of these medications and raise your bleeding risk.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with strong clinical evidence behind its ingredients' uses. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

If you take a blood thinner like warfarin, check with your doctor or pharmacist before using this product — the interaction is documented and can affect how well your medication works. If you have a history of pollen allergies, it's worth being cautious; serious allergic reactions are rare but possible.

For most other situations, discuss it with your own healthcare provider to see if it fits your health needs.

Educational only — not medical advice; always confirm with your pharmacist. Our editorial policy · How we use AI

Assessment coverage: 2 of 2 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Aug 23, 2019.

This Scorecard evaluates available label information, ingredient evidence, and known medication-safety considerations. It does not independently verify product identity, purity, potency, contamination, or manufacturing quality. How these ratings are computed

At a glance

General information

Key facts about Fresh Bee Pollen, straight from the product label.

Brand Y.S. Eco Bee Farms
Barcode (UPC) 726635810813
Net contents 8 Oz(s); 227 Gram(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Aug 23, 2019
DSLD ID 205752
Product type Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Supplement form Other (e.g. Tea Bag)
Dietary claims / uses All Other
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Organic
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Fresh Bee Pollen by Y.S. Eco Bee Farms, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.

Supplement Facts

Daily Value (DV) Target Group(s):
Adults and children 4 or more years of age
Minimum serving Sizes:
2.5 Gram(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
5 Gram(s)
Servings per container
45
UPC/BARCODE
726635810813
IngredientAmount% DV
Calories15 Calorie(s)--
Total Carbohydrates3 Gram(s)1%
Sugar2 Gram(s)--
Dietary Fiber1 Gram(s)4%
Protein1 Gram(s)2%
Bee Pollen5 Gram(s)--

Other ingredients: None

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Label statements
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Formulation

Organic pioneer since 1995

General Statements

Superior beneficial facts Fresh, clean, soft & tasty (beehive quality). No heat-forced drying process (natural state). Alive Enzymes, Nutrients (essence of life force) intact. Harvested from wide range of diverse areas and full seasons, creating a highly-balanced nutritional profile. Harvested by healthy bees from healthy environment.

Life reproduction energy Carefully captured and preserved

Whole granules

Highly bioactive source: Multi-Vitamins, Minerals, Carotenoids, Bioflavonoids, Phytosterols, Amino Acids, Fatty Acids, Enzymes & more All naturally occurring Nature's most balanced wholefood

Storage

Minimum exposure to moisture, sunlight & air. Carefully controlled storage temp. (no deep freezing).

Keep refrigerated.

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested use: For first time use, start with a few granules. Gradually increase to 1/2 - 1 heaping teaspoon twice a day or more as needed.

Precautions

Caution: Bee products may cause an allergic reaction in some sensitive people. Anyone with a suspected sensitivity consult a health care professional (nutritionist) before taking.

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Seals/Symbols

YS Organic

Formula

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Fresh Bee Pollen by Y.S. Eco Bee Farms label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Fresh Bee Pollen by Y.S. Eco Bee Farms

These are the 4 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.

Serving size2.5 Gram(s) Dosage formOther (e.g. Tea Bag) Servings per container45 Amounts shown are per serving.

Most supplement products combine several ingredients, and a medication can interact with the product through any one of them. Each ingredient below shows whether it has known drug interactions.

Sugar

2 Gram(s) per serving

Dietary Fiber

Interacts with
2,025 drugs
1 Gram(s) per serving

Black psyllium is a soluble-fiber supplement made from the seeds of a Plantago plant, used mostly to ease constipation and support digestive health. I...

Dietary Fiber monograph & interactions

Protein

1 Gram(s) per serving

Bee Pollen

Interacts with
2 drugs
5 Gram(s) per serving

Bee pollen is a nutrient-rich product collected by bees and marketed as a 'superfood' for energy and immune support, but solid human evidence for most...

Bee Pollen monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: None. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Fresh Bee Pollen by Y.S. Eco Bee Farms Drug Interactions

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2,025Drugs
25 Moderate 2,000 Minor

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Fresh Bee Pollen with known interactions, here are the types of medications they can affect. Open any type for the detail — or search your exact drug in the checker above.

Dietary Fiber7 drug types · 2,025 drugs

Carbamazepine (Tegretol)

Theoretically, black psyllium might reduce the effects of carbamazepine and increase the risk for convulsions.
Theoretically, black psyllium might reduce carbamazepine absorption. A preliminary study using blond psyllium reported decreased carbamazepine bioavailability due to binding of the drug to psyllium, as well as reduction of available fluid in the gut for dissolution of the drug. This interaction may also occur with black psyllium.

Likelihood Probable Evidence D
Lithium

Theoretically, taking black psyllium at the same time as lithium might reduce lithium absorption.
The fiber in black psyllium might reduce lithium absorption and plasma levels. Some case reports describe a reduction in plasma lithium levels with concomitant administration of blond psyllium. This was reversed when psyllium was stopped. This interaction may also occur with black psyllium.

Likelihood Probable Evidence D
Metformin (Glucophage)

Theoretically, black psyllium might increase the therapeutic and adverse effects of metformin.
Animal research shows that concurrent consumption of blond psyllium with metformin slows and increases the absorption of metformin. This interaction may also occur with black psyllium. To avoid changes in absorption, take psyllium 30-60 minutes after metformin.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Olanzapine (Zyprexa)

Theoretically, taking black psyllium at the same time as olanzapine might reduce olanzapine absorption.
The fiber in black psyllium might decrease the absorption of olanzapine. A single case report describes a reduction in the effectiveness of olanzapine when it was concomitantly administered with an unspecified type of psyllium 3 grams orally twice daily. This effect was reversed when psyllium was stopped.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Digoxin (Lanoxin)

Theoretically, taking black psyllium at the same time as digoxin might reduce digoxin absorption and decrease digoxin levels.
Psyllium might bind digoxin in the gut. However, some clinical evidence suggests that psyllium does not impact digoxin absorption.

Likelihood Unlikely Evidence B
Ethinyl Estradiol

Theoretically, taking black psyllium at the same time as ethinyl estradiol might alter levels of estradiol.
Concurrent use of blond psyllium with ethinyl estradiol results in a slight increase in the extent of ethinyl estradiol absorption and a slower rate of absorption. This is unlikely to be clinically significant.

Likelihood Unlikely Evidence D
Oral Drugs

Theoretically, psyllium might increase, decrease, or have no effect on the absorption of oral drugs.
Psyllium seems to have variable effects on drug absorption. To avoid changes in absorption, take psyllium 30-60 minutes after oral medications. Animal research shows that blond psyllium delays and increases the absorption of metformin and ethinyl estradiol. Case reports and animal research suggest that blond psyllium might reduce absorption of lithium, digoxin, olanzapine, and carbamazepine. Finally, some pharmacokinetic studies show that psyllium does not affect the absorption of levothyroxine or warfarin. Although many of these studies evaluated blond psyllium, the fiber content in black psyllium may have similar effects.

Likelihood Possible Evidence B

Bee Pollen1 drug type · 2 drugs

Warfarin (Coumadin)

There is some concern that bee pollen might interact with warfarin and increase the risk of bleeding.
In one case report, a patient on warfarin had a stable international normalized ratio (INR) of 1.9-3.3 for 9 months. The patient's INR was found to be 7.1 after starting bee pollen granules one teaspoon twice daily for approximately one month. The patient's warfarin dose was decreased by approximately 11% in order to return the INR to the therapeutic range while continuing the bee pollen supplement.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Fresh Bee Pollen, from the product label.

Y.S. Eco Bee Farms

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Name
Y.S. Organic Bee Farms
Street Address
2774 N. 4351 Rd.
City
Sheridan
State
IL
ZipCode
60551
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Fresh Bee Pollen by Y.S. Eco Bee Farms: Common Questions

Does Fresh Bee Pollen by Y.S. Eco Bee Farms interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Fresh Bee Pollen has a known interaction with 2,025 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Fresh Bee Pollen contains 4 active ingredients, and an interaction can come from any of them. We check every ingredient, combine the results into one list per medication, and show which ingredient and mechanism is responsible.
Where does this information come from?
The product label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD); the interaction data is built on the Natural Medicines database and reviewed by HelloPharmacist pharmacists.
Can I take this if I'm allergic to pollen?
If you have seasonal allergies, especially to ragweed, chrysanthemums, daisies, marigolds, or related plants, bee pollen carries a real risk of triggering an allergic reaction — sometimes a serious one. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about your specific allergies before trying it.
Does bee pollen really boost athletic performance?
The evidence doesn't support that claim. Studies suggest bee pollen is probably not effective for athletic performance, so if that's your main reason for considering it, you may want to look at other options instead.
Is it safe during pregnancy or while breastfeeding?
In pregnancy, the safety data advises against it — there isn't enough information to know it's safe. While breastfeeding, the data is even sparser, so it's best avoided. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about your situation before using it.
What side effects should I watch for?
Most people tolerate it well. However, allergic reactions ranging from itching and swelling to shortness of breath can happen, especially if you're sensitive to pollen. Rare cases of liver inflammation and kidney problems have also been reported.
Can bee pollen help with hay fever?
We don't have enough reliable evidence to say whether bee pollen works for allergic rhinitis (hay fever). Given the risk of allergic reactions in people with pollen sensitivities, it may not be the best choice for that purpose.

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The 33 references behind this product’s interaction data

Every citation that drives the interaction findings for this product’s ingredients, from the evidence-graded Natural Medicines (TRC Healthcare) database. Open an ingredient to browse its citations — links open the study on PubMed or the publisher’s site.

Black Psyllium 18 references
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Bee Pollen 15 references
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  7. Cohen SH, Yunginger JW, Rosenberg N, Fink JN. Acute allergic reaction after composite pollen ingestion. J Allergy Clin Immunol 1979;64:270-4. PubMed
  8. Hurren KM, Lewis CL. Probable interaction between warfarin and bee pollen. Am J Health Syst Pharm 2010;67:2034-7. PubMed
  9. Akiyasu T, Paudyal B, Paudyal P, et al. A case report of acute renal failure associated with bee pollen contained in nutritional supplements. Ther Apher Dial 2010;14:93-7. PubMed
  10. Greenberger, P. A. and Flais, M. J. Bee pollen-induced anaphylactic reaction in an unknowingly sensitized subject. Ann.Allergy Asthma Immunol 2001;86(2):239-242. PubMed
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See these in context on the Bee Pollen monograph →

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