People have been engaged in beekeeping for a very long time. The oldest ceramics dating from the 7th century BC. e. She retained traces of bee wax, which suggests that in ancient times they also understood and appreciated the beneficial properties of honey and other products, such as: wax, royal milk, propolis, etc. Now honey of Bashkortostan is very appreciated, such a product will not be able to find in any corner of our land. The Bashkir honey is famous for its qualities, gained thanks to a unique climate, many plants, the pollen of flowers of which is the basis for this product, and, of course, bees-ladies capable of bringing an incredible amount of honey per season. Bashkiria, whose species depend on the plants, which has become the basis for him, has a disinfectant property, because it can be used even as an ointment for wounds. Its properties will be appreciated by people with diseases of the kidneys, liver, intestines, acute respiratory infections and other diseases. Flower honey is valued for a light pleasant taste and healing properties. Ulcers, abscesses, skin diseases are treated by honey in which chamomile or sage prevails. Diuretic and diaphoretic properties are found in honey, which is obtained from thyme. Will help to cope with headaches, acute respiratory infections and rheumatism from honey from St. John’s wort. Buckwheat honey is slightly inferior in taste, but very useful for people with diseases of the cardiovascular system, anemia. Lime honey is most appreciated – a product of a plant that you will find far from everywhere. It is characterized by both refined taste and unique healing properties. Another product that deserves special attention along with honey is propolis. It serves as one of the building materials for bees, and an obstacle for unwanted guests. They still do not know exactly how the bees receive it, there are only assumptions. But they have known about the incredible benefit of this substance for a long time. Propolis is a strong antiseptic, prevents the reproduction of pathogenic bacteria. It is also proved that this substance slows down the aging of the body. It has propolis therapeutic properties and contraindications. He is chewed with toothache, sore throat and acute respiratory infections. It is used to treat burns, skin diseases, intestines. It has regenerative properties. Propolis is even used in the treatment of cancer as support for the immune system. It is impossible not to say about its benefit for the brain and nervous system as a whole. But he can harm those who have an allergy to honey. Carefully should take propolis to pregnant women, since this substance is considered a strong allergen. But in general, he has practically no contraindications.