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Essential Bergamot Oil

Technical Name : Citrus bergamia

Vegetarian

Taste Profile

It has a spicy taste.

Usage Tips

  1. Bergamot essential oil can be used as a food flavouring agent.
  2. It should be kept in a dark bottle away from sunlight, as sunlight degrades the oil, making it toxic.

Common names and forms

  1. Bergamot Oil
  2. Flavoured Of Bergamot Oil
  3. Natural bergamot oil
  4. Pure Bergamot Oil

Description

Bergamot is a fragrant citrus fruit from the tropical, Citrus bergamia plant in the family, ‎Rutaceae. It is similar to orange in size and yellow or green color similar to a lime. Bergamot essential oil is extracted from the citrus fruit which grows on bergamot orange trees. The oil is generally cold-pressed produced by cells inside the rind of the fruit. It is commonly used in aromatherapy. It has a light citrus scent with floral notes.

Health benefits

  • Bergamot essential oil is helpful to treat indigestion and also fights food poisoning.(1)
  • This oil is beneficial to get rid of intestinal worms by rubbing a few drops of oil on the abdomen.(1)
  • It also helps to regulate endocrine glands which maintains hormonal levels.(1)
  • This oil also helps to improve arterial health by reducing LDL cholesterol levels.(1)
  • Bergamot essential oil is great in alleviating sprains, headaches and muscle pains.(1)

Selection Guide

Look for organic bergamot essential oil. Check for its "use-by" date to confirm its freshness.

Note

Bergamot essential oil can cause skin reactions to some people such as redness, pain, blisters, burning sensation, and hives. This oil is harmful if swallowed.(2)

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