Integrative Hive Protocol & Index
(IHPI)
A framework developed by Joy McEwen to support individualized, systems-based healing using therapeutic hive products, guided by traditional apitherapy, integrative health, and years of clinical practice.
Example IHPI Protocols:
Each protocol combines bee medicines such as propolis, bee venom, honey, royal jelly, bee bread, and oxymels with evidence-informed nutrition, botanicals, and lifestyle tools. These protocols work alongside your current care or as part of a patient-led healing journey.
Candida & Microbiome Rebalance
Focus: Restore microbiome balance, reduce fungal load
Hive Therapies
- Propolis tincture (20-40 drops 2x/day)
- Raw honey (1 tsp AM, empty stomach)
- Bee pollen (¼ tsp, work up to 1 tbsp/day)
Supportive Tools:
- Antifungal, low-sugar diet
- Digestive bitters before meals
- Breathwork for gut-brain axis regulation
Lyme Disease & Co-Infections
Focus: Target pathogens, regulate immunity, support detox
Hive Therapies
- BVT (gradual, supervised)
- Propolis tincture (30-40 drops 2x/day)
- Royal jelly for mitochondrial support
- Raw honey for energy and gut flora
Supportive Tools:
- Sauna or gentle sweat therapy
- Binders (charcoal, clay)
- Lymphatic massage, magnesium glycinate
Chronic Pain & Inflammation
Focus: Reduce inflammation, support tissue repair
Hive Therapies
- BVT to affected areas
- Propolis (immune modulation + healing)
- Turmeric + honey oxymel (1 tbsp/day)
Supportive Tools:
- Magnesium soaks, castor oil packs
- Nervous system down-regulation
- Gentle joint mobilization and bodywork
