Abstract:
The insect population is easily among the most resilient species in the world.
They have survived famines, droughts, disasters both manmade and natural
and continue to remain among the most unperturbed species in the world. While insects are commonly considered pests and a large part of man s
efforts are extended towards eradicating them, some insects have been
counted as mankind s friend. The honeybee and its associated products have
been used since time immemorial for its many therapeutic benefits. This
article attempts to explore apitherapy and in particular, the therapeutic
benefits of bee venom.
