Bergamot is a tropical citrus fruit, the size if an orange but looks like a lime. Citrus aurartiam essential oil (EO) is made from the rind of the fruit and has a sweet slightly spicy flavor.
It is made by cold compression versus steaming like most other EO are made.
If you like Earl Gray black tea, a very popular tea, then you already like the flavor of Bergamot.
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Benefits of Bergamot Oil
Bergamot has many cosmetic and medicinal uses.
It is used in medicines and antiseptics to help absorb unpleasant smells and taste of these products.
- It helps with depression, calming, and relaxing. Studies show that Bergamot decreases depression and anxiety, creating more calming and positive feelings.
- It assists with digestion by increasing the secretion of enzymes and bile to help breakdown food.
- Bergamot helps regulate the peristalic action of the intestines assisting digestive processes.
- The EO of Bergamot boosts skin health and has extensive use in cosmetics. It is used in the manufacturing of perfumes for its ability to balance and harmonize aromas.
- It Helps distribute melatonin pigment on the skin resulting in fading of age spots.
- Bergamot EO reduces pain by lessening sensitivity to the pain of headaches and muscle aches.
- It aids the body by stimulating hormonal secretions, thereby maintaining proper metabolic rates.
- Prevents and fights infections due to the compound linalool. It facilities wound healing.
- It acts as a decongestant and expectorant for the respiratory system. Bergamot can be used in vaporizers for respiratory problems.
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How to Use Bergamot Essential Oil
To get rid of headaches, or stress, rub 2 drops of bergamot on temples, back of the neck to decrease cortisol hormone. Or you can use a diffuser with 5 drops, in your bedroom.
If you are having respiratory issues, rub 2-3 drops on your chest and throat or diffuse into the room.
Rub Bergamot EO on your abdomen for digestive issues.
Exceptions:
It is recommended if you have sensitive skin; to blend a carrier oil with your EO whenever using directly on the skin.
Bergamot may react to sunlight or rarely cause irritation or rash; do not use when in sunlight.
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Cindy Burrows, B.S., M.T., Herbalist and is a Nutrition and Wellness Consultant helping individuals with health programs to improve life and happiness. She is a writer, speaker and owner of several businesses.
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