Description

Bergamot is a plant that produces a type of citrus fruit. Bergamot Oranges are small to medium sized oranges that grow on small bushy trees. They are a hybrid citrus that belongs to the Rutaceae family. They are globular in shape and have a glossy rind that matures from green to bright yellow in color. They have soft, pale-yellow flesh, divided into 8-14 segments by thin membranes. The juice of this fruit tastes less sour than lemon, but more bitter than grapefruit. Citrus bergamot is commercially grown in southern Calabria, Southern Italy and Southern France.

History:

Derived from the Turkish word meaning “prince’s pear”, bergamot is used in traditional Chinese medicine to improve vital energy—mainly to help the digestive system work well. But that’s not all. It’s also used to help relieve muscle pain and improve the health of skin.

Health benefits

1. Bergamot contains a powerful type of nutrients called flavonoids which may help different areas of cardiovascular health. Within these fall cholesterol levels, triglycerides, blood pressure and blood vessel functioning. ⁽¹⁾
2. Bergamot oranges contain vitamin C, potassium, and vitamins B1, B2, and A. ⁽²⁾

Selection Guide

Go for smooth skinned Bergamot Oranges without any bruising on the skin.