Citrus Bergamia Essential Oil: from Basic Research to Clinical Application

Overview

Journal Front Pharmacol

Date 2015 Mar 19

PMID 25784877

Citations 52

Authors

Michele Navarra

Carmen Mannucci

Marisa Delbo

Gioacchino Calapai

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Abstract

Citrus bergamia Risso et Poiteau, also known as "Bergamot," is a plant belonging to the Rutaceae family, defined as a hybrid of bitter orange and lemon. It is an endemic plant of the Calabria region (Italy). Bergamot fruit is primarily used for the extraction of its essential oil (bergamot essential oil: BEO), employed in perfume, cosmetics, food, and confections. The aim of this review was to collect recent data from the literature on C. bergamia essential oil and, through a critical analysis, focus on safety and the beneficial effects on human health. Clinical studies on the therapeutic applications of BEO exclusively focus on the field of aromatherapy, suggesting that its use can be useful for reducing anxiety and stress.

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