What does '6,000mg' on Propolis 6000 actually mean?
Written by WIGNA EditorialUpdated 1 min read
In short
Each capsule holds 500mg of propolis extract powder. That extract is concentrated 12:1 from raw propolis, so 500mg × 12 is equivalent to 6,000mg of raw propolis.
- 1 capsule = 500mg of 12:1 propolis extract powder
- 12:1 means 12 parts of raw material make 1 part of extract
- Hence the label reads 'equivalent to 6,000mg raw propolis'
- Compound content is listed separately (flavonoids 60mg)
What does a 12:1 extract ratio mean?
Twelve parts of raw material are concentrated into one part of extract. The ratio describes the weight relationship between raw material and extract; it does not tell you how much of any particular compound is inside. For that, look at the separately listed figure on the label (flavonoids 60mg).
So where does 6,000mg come from?
It is the 500mg of extract in one capsule multiplied by the ratio of 12.
| Item | On the label |
|---|---|
| Extract powder per capsule | 500mg |
| Extract ratio | 12:1 |
| Raw propolis equivalent | 6,000mg |
| Flavonoids | 60mg |
What should I check when choosing?
Read the ingredient panel on the back before the big number on the front. Comparing products is only accurate when you look at the actual extract amount, the extract ratio and the listed compound content together. The full panel for WIGNA Propolis 6000 is on its product page.
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FAQ
Is there 6,000mg in the capsule?
No. The capsule holds 500mg of concentrated extract; 6,000mg is the amount of raw propolis used to make it.
How many capsules a day?
One capsule a day, according to the label. Each bottle holds 60 capsules.
