Chronic stress, experiencing stressors over a prolonged period of time, can result in a long-term drain on the body. As the SNS continues to trigger physical reactions, it causes a wear-and-tear on the body.
General uses. Royal jelly has been studied for a variety of actions, including antibiotic, antitumor, lowering blood pressure, and regulating the immune system. Additionally, effects on cholesterol, insulin-like action, and on the nervous system and female hormonal activity have been demonstrated.
The Monarch of Moisturizers. Because royal jelly is 60 to 70 percent water, its effectiveness as a moisturizer comes as little surprise. Additionally, its fatty acid content -- particularly the presence of 10-HDA -- makes it an effective salve for dry or damaged skin.