Author: Elyce Brown
Have you ever heard of the fruit Bergamot? The word on the street is that Bergamot is the go-to fruit for managing high cholesterol levels and supporting vascular health.
What is Bergamot?
Bergamot is the common name of the fruit Citrus bergamia that grows on small trees along the Southern Italy coast. It is the size of an orange and has the color of a lemon or lime.
For our tea lovers, did you know that Earl Grey Tea gets its distinctive flavor from bergamot oil? The oil is also used in perfumes, deodorants, and aromatherapy. Test out bergamot fragrances the next time you’re looking for a relaxing, citrus-like scent.
The Cholesterol and Vascular Benefits
Multiple studies and clinical trials have been conducted, and early evidence suggests that Bergamot supports healthy cholesterol levels and vascular health. In one study, over 200 subjects took 1,000 mg of BPF or a placebo for 30 days, and it was found that bergamot supported healthy cholesterol.
The polyphenolic flavonoid of bergamot is also likely to support vascular health via antioxidant paths. In 2015, a study conducted by the Frontiers in Pharmacology also showed that bergamot supports health vasculature.
The Suggested Use of Bergamot
When choosing a bergamot supplement, product that contain Bergavit ™Bergamonte™, and BPF all contain standardized extracts. In clinical trials, intakes of 500 to 1,500 taken for 30 to 60 days appear safe. Make sure to use caution regarding blood sugar regulation when taking bergamot supplements due to the potential of lowering blood sugar levels. By incorporating bergamot supplements into your daily routine it will offer promise for managing your heart health.
Resource:
Emerson Ecologics
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