Correlation between Chemical Profile of Georgian Propolis Extracts and Their Activity against .

() is considered the most common bacterial pathogen colonizing stomach mucosa of almost half the world's population and is associated with various gastrointestinal diseases (from digestive problems and ulcers to gastric cancer). A lack of new drugs and a growing number of antibiotic-resistant strains is a serious therapeutic problem.As a mixture of natural compounds, propolis has antimicrobial activity based on high concentrations of bioactive polyphenols (mainly flavonoids and phenolic acid derivates).

Phytochemical Profile, Plant Precursors and Some Properties of Georgian Propolis.

Propolis (bee glue) is a resinous substance produced by different species of bees i.a. from available plant resins, balsams, and exudates.