Bergamot Orange

Q: Is this Bergamot Orange Powder made from the whole fruit or just the peel?
A: It's made from the whole fruit, including the peel.

Q: I never heard of this fruit. Can you tell me something about its origins?
A: It is from a spiny tree called the Citrus Bergamia, that originated in the tropical climes of South East Asia and is now grown commercially in the province of Calabria in Southern Italy. (80% of the world's bergamot comes from Calabria!) Genetic research into the ancestral origins of extant citrus cultivars found Bergamot Orange to be a probable hybrid of lemon and bitter orange.

Q: When is the harvest season for Bergamot?
A: The Bergamot season runs from November to January.

Q: Does Bergamot Orange help to lower my blood pressure? 
A: Bergamot's lipid-lowering power was “associated with significant reductions of biomarkers used for detecting oxidative vascular damage, suggesting a multi-action enhanced potential for BPF in patients on statin therapy.

Q: What is this fruit powder's main health benefit?
A: Several studies have shown that Bergamot Orange may help to reduce overall cholesterol and “bad” LDL cholesterol. It may also help to increase “good” HDL cholesterol and has the potential to be an effective supplement to cholesterol drugs.

Q: Can you summarise the other benefits?
A: Bergamot Orange Powder may help reduce inflammatory conditions, lower blood glucose, and aid preventing cardiovascular issues. Citrus fruits such as Bergamot Orange are rich in flavonoids, furocoumarin and other polyphenols, which support heart health and immune response.

Q: What is the best way to take Bergamot Orange? 
A: The suggested dose of Bergamot is 500–1,000 mg of a standardised extract, taken once or twice a day 20–30 minutes before meals. For maximum benefits, take Bergamot Orange Powder twice a day for 60–90 days, reevaluate your lipid levels, and adjust your dose accordingly.

Q: Is it safe?
A: Bergamot Orange Powder is safe and well-tolerated.

• Add 1-2g to a smoothie or filtered water daily, as always, breaks between lengthy uses are recommended or use it as directed by your healthcare practitioner. Do not exceed the recommended daily intake.
• For maximum benefits, take Bergamot Orange Powder twice a day for 60–90 days, re-evaluate your lipid levels, and adjust your dose accordingly.

• Bergamot Orange - Ground Powder 100% Natural.

Produced to ecological standards, free from agro-chemicals, non-irradiated and GMO-free.

• Brand: Ancient Purity.
• Size: 200 - 400g (7.05 - 14.10 oz.).
• Origin: Italy.
• Package: Re-sealable pouch. 
• Storage:  Keep in sealed. Store in a cool dry place, out of sunlight. Must be kept dry, not allowing moisture in. 
• Estimated shelf life from purchase: 1-2 years.