The effects are still being studied, but there are some potential benefits that could be very interesting for females. For example, women suffering from menopause might be able to increase their estrogen levels with royal jelly, which is a substance secreted from honey bees. An effect that can't be ignored in the face of this dreaded hormonal disruption. It also has protective properties against hypertension and high cholesterol. It's the elixir that's got it all!