Bergamot: juice, properties and when to drink it

Bergamot juice is a rich source of vitamins A, B and C and flavonoids, but there is much more: bergamot juice is also useful for fighting cholesterol, cardiovascular problems and many other disorders. Until recently this citrus fruit was used as an essence for perfumes and essential oils, but recently its excellent food uses have been discovered: fruit juices, jams, liqueurs, sweets and so on are produced from bergamot. Let's now find out in detail what specific properties bergamot juice has and how to drink it to fight cholesterol .

BERGAMOT JUICE AGAINST CHOLESTEROL: PROPERTIES

Bergamot is a yellow-skinned citrus fruit, in season from November to February, which finds its optimal territory along the Ionian coast of the province of Reggio Calabria. Its use dates back to the nineteenth century, a period in which the extraction of essential oil for cosmetic use is attested. This citrus fruit is also rich in vitamins and flavonoids, and according to studies by some researchers at the University of Tor Vergata, bergamot juice can be used to combat cholesterol and cardiovascular disease. The researchers administered 250 ml of bergamot and apple juice to a sample of volunteers aged between 18 and 65 for 15 days. The experiment gave excellent results, leading to a 21% reduction in cardiovascular risks, thanks also to the richness of polyphenols and antioxidants and its toning and energizing properties.

BERGAMOT JUICE: HOW AND WHEN TO DRINK IT

Bergamot is not generally consumed as a fresh fruit, as it has a very sour taste due to the high concentration of citric acid: for this reason its juice is usually mixed with other sweeter fruits, so as to make the flavor more pleasant, or it is possible to find it in the form of a fizzy drink. Obviously, for therapeutic use it is advisable to drink pure bergamot juice, perhaps mixed with the juice of another fruit. However, there are various ways to consume and preserve bergamot juice . To learn about the beneficial properties of bergamot and how to use it to fight cholesterol, read here .

BERGAMOT JUICE: WHERE TO BUY IT

On this site you can find the online sale of fresh organic bergamots with free home delivery throughout Italy within 48 hours of harvesting.