The Bee venom(Apitoxin) used in BVT comes from honey bees. Melittin is Apitoxin’s main component. Surprisingly, this mysterious powerhouse has close to 90% water along with various proteins, peptides and anti-inflammatory agents. While 1000’s regularly go to the doctor to receive cortisone shots for various aches and pains, bee venom contains about 100 times more cortisone than can be given over the counter or in a single prescription. This is a natural form of cortisone or cortisol. It is believed that the cortisol plays a big part in the effectiveness of BVT for inflammation.