Norland Propolis-Lecithin Capsules are soft capsules made with propolis extract, lecithin and tocopherol (vitamin E), sold under Norland’s Health Way line and marked Chao Li Kang (Chaolikang) on the bottle. Each capsule is 500mg, the bottle carries NAFDAC registration A7-5114, and the one healthcare function printed on the pack is the relief of physical fatigue.
Before you order: this formula contains propolis and beeswax (both bee-derived), soybean oil with lecithin the manufacturer describes as soybean-derived, and a gelatin capsule shell — so it is not vegetarian or vegan, the gelatin source is not printed, and there is no halal marking. The label states the product is unsuitable for children, pregnant women and anyone allergic to propolis.
What is Norland Propolis-Lecithin used for?
The pack lists a single healthcare function — the relief of physical fatigue — with the suitable group given as people who are often fatigued. Nothing else is claimed on the bottle. It is a food supplement taken as two capsules twice a day.
Three components make up the formula. Propolis is the resinous material honeybees collect from tree buds to seal and protect the hive, a natural source of flavonoids with a long history of traditional use. Lecithin is a source of dietary phospholipids, familiar from soybeans and egg yolk. Tocopherol is the chemical family name for vitamin E.
You may see it listed as Health Way Propolis-Lecithin Capsules, Chao Li Kang Propolis-Lecithin Capsules or simply Norland Propolis Lecithin — all the same product. Manufacturer and distributor details are in the pack table below.
This is a dietary supplement, not a medicine. It is intended to support general health and wellbeing, not to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
What are the key benefits of these propolis capsules?
The points below stay within what the pack and its stated quantities support.
- Labelled by the manufacturer for the relief of physical fatigue — the only healthcare function stated on the bottle
- Provides propolis extract, a hive-derived source of naturally occurring flavonoids
- Supplies approximately 30mg of total flavonoids a day at the labelled dose, calculated from the pack’s own per-100g declaration
- Contributes lecithin, a source of dietary phospholipids
- Keeps to three actives, which suits adults who prefer a short ingredient list to a long multi-herb blend
- Registered with NAFDAC under A7-5114 and offered in 30-capsule and 60-capsule bottles, so a smaller pack can be tried first
What is inside each capsule?
The back panel lists the main ingredients as propolis extract, lecithin, tocopherol, beeswax, soybean oil, gelatin, glycerin and distilled water, then gives the effective ingredients per 100g: total flavonoids 1.5g and vitamin E 44.6mg.
Each capsule weighs 0.5g and the labelled dose is four capsules a day, so those figures work out at approximately 7.5mg of total flavonoids per capsule, or 30mg a day, and 0.22mg of vitamin E per capsule, or about 0.89mg a day. Both are calculated from the pack’s own per-100g declaration rather than printed as per-capsule amounts, so treat them as approximate.
The vitamin E figure is worth being plain about. At roughly 0.89mg a day it supplies about 7% of the 12mg UK and EU nutrient reference value, below the 15% at which vitamin E counts as nutritionally significant. This is therefore not a meaningful vitamin E supplement, and no vitamin E claim is made here. If vitamin E is what you want, a dedicated product such as Green World Vitamin E Capsules is the better choice.
Product and pack information
The table reproduces what is printed on the bottle — net content from the front label, the rest from the back and side panels.
| Product name on pack | Propolis-Lecithin Capsules (Health Way / Chaolikang) |
|---|---|
| Form | Soft capsules |
| Specification | 0.5g per capsule (500mg) |
| Pack sizes | 15g — 30 capsules; 30g — 60 capsules |
| Main ingredients | Propolis extract, lecithin, tocopherol, beeswax, soybean oil, gelatin, glycerin, distilled water |
| Effective ingredients | Each 100g contains total flavonoids 1.5g, vitamin E 44.6mg |
| Healthcare function | Relieve physical fatigue |
| Suitable for | People who are often fatigued |
| Unsuitable for | Children, pregnant women and people allergic to propolis |
| Suggested usage | 2 capsules, twice a day |
| Shelf life | 24 months |
| Storage | Keep it under room temperature |
| Precautions | This product cannot replace medicine; nutrients are added in the product, and it is advisable not to exceed the recommended usage if taking with similar nutrients |
| NAFDAC registration | A7-5114 |
| Food production licence | SC10611290618865 |
| Manufacturer | Beijing North Continent Biological Engineering Co., Ltd, Yanqing, Beijing, China |
| Distributor | Beijing Norland International Trading Co., Ltd, Chaoyang District, Beijing |
How do you take it, and how long does a bottle last?
The bottle says two capsules twice a day — four capsules daily — swallowed whole with water. Taking them after meals is a practical habit rather than a label instruction, and makes the routine easier to keep to.
That has a consequence worth knowing before you order. At four capsules a day, a 60-capsule bottle lasts about 15 days and a 30-capsule bottle about 7 to 8 days. Both hold the identical 500mg capsule, so the smaller one suits a first trial and the larger one continued use.
Do not exceed the labelled usage, particularly if you already take similar nutrients — worth remembering if a multivitamin is part of your routine. Results vary between individuals. Supplements are intended to support a healthy diet and lifestyle, not to replace them.
Who is it for, and who should avoid it?
The pack names one suitable group: people who are often fatigued. Beyond that it may suit adults who want a hive-derived propolis supplement in capsule form and prefer a short ingredient list.
Do not use it, or check with a doctor or pharmacist first, if any of these apply:
- You are allergic or sensitive to propolis. The label excludes you explicitly, and propolis is a recognised allergen in the dermatology literature. The formula also contains beeswax, so check first if you have any known sensitivity to bee-derived ingredients.
- You are allergic to soy — the formula contains soybean oil, and the manufacturer describes the lecithin as soybean-derived.
- You are pregnant or breastfeeding, or the product is for a child. The label states it is unsuitable for both. Ask a doctor or pharmacist before giving it to anyone under 18.
- You avoid animal-derived ingredients — the capsule shell is gelatin.
- You take prescription medication or are under treatment for any condition. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before adding any supplement to it.
What this product does not do
These capsules are sold widely with claims that go far past anything printed on the bottle. Three corrections matter most.
- It is not a treatment for cancer or tumours of any kind. No such function is printed on the pack, and no supplement should stand in for oncology care.
- It is not a treatment for infections or for any chronic condition, and it must never be a reason to change prescribed medication.
- It does not replace medical assessment of persistent fatigue. Ongoing tiredness has causes worth investigating, so see a healthcare professional rather than relying on a supplement.
Storage, authenticity and delivery
Store at room temperature, away from direct sunlight and excessive heat, with the cap closed firmly and out of reach of children.
You will receive one sealed bottle in its original Norland packaging — an amber bottle with a gold cap and a black label carrying the honeycomb motif and the Chaolikang mark. When it arrives, check that the sealed bottle carries the product name, the ingredient panel, the NAFDAC number, batch information and valid manufacturing and expiry dates. If anything looks wrong, contact us before opening it.
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Frequently asked questions
What is propolis lecithin capsule used for?
The bottle states one healthcare function: the relief of physical fatigue, for people who are often fatigued. No other function is printed on the pack.
What are the benefits of propolis capsules?
Propolis is valued as a natural source of flavonoids and has a long history of traditional use. There is no authorised UK or EU health claim for propolis, so treat it as a nutritional addition to a balanced diet rather than as a treatment.
What are lecithin capsules good for?
Lecithin is a source of phospholipids, including phosphatidylcholine, and is widely used in both food and supplements. Here it sits alongside propolis rather than as the main active, and the pack does not state how much each capsule contains.
What are the side effects of taking propolis?
The most commonly reported problem is allergy: propolis is a well-documented allergen and reactions can include skin rash, itching and irritation of the lips or mouth. This pack lists no side effects, which is not the same as there being none. Stop and seek medical advice if you react.
Does this product treat cancer, tumours or prostate problems?
No. It is a food supplement whose pack states one function: the relief of physical fatigue. Claims that propolis-lecithin capsules suppress tumours, treat cancer or resolve prostate enlargement are widely repeated online but are not supported by the product’s own labelling, and we do not make them. Anyone with a diagnosis or worrying symptoms should be under a doctor’s care.
Can I take it every day, and alongside other supplements?
It is designed for daily use at the labelled dosage. The pack advises against exceeding that where similar nutrients are already being taken, so check the labels of anything else in your routine. If you take prescription medication, ask a pharmacist or doctor first.
Other supplements worth comparing
- Forever Bee Propolis — a chewable tablet stating 500mg of powdered bee propolis per tablet.
- Norland Green Spirulina Capsule — a Norland capsule with a printed immune function.
This product is a food supplement and is not a medicine. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease, and nothing on this page is medical advice. The NAFDAC registration number shown above is printed on the pack and can be verified independently. For customers in the United States: these statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.
Last updated: 2 August 2026.
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