Table 4.
Gross chemical composition of royal jelly [14].
| Chemical Component | Percentage (%) | 
|---|---|
| Water | 60–70 | 
| Proteins | 10–18 | 
| Carbohydrates | 11–23 | 
| Lipids (Fats) | 3–8 | 
| Ash | 1–2 | 
| Vitamins | Trace amounts | 
| Minerals | Trace amounts | 
| Enzymes | Trace amounts | 
| Hormones | Trace amounts | 
| Other Bioactive Compounds | Trace amounts |