What Are the Benefits of Bergamot?

Bergamot oil comes from a citrus fruit in Italy. It is extracted from the peel of this citrus fruit. Bergamot oil is used for many things, including a flavoring agent for beverages and a scent in cosmetic products. Bergamot oil can be very beneficial for certain health issues.

Digestion Issues

• Bergamot oil activates and increases secretion of digestive acids, enzymes and bile. It promotes healthy digestion. It helps peristaltic motion---radical symmetrical contraction of the muscular tubes---in the intestines.

Respiratory Issues

• As a tonic, bergamot oil tones the respiratory, circulatory, excretory and nervous systems. Bergamot oil is used as an anti-congestive to relieve congestion or other respiratory problems. This is especially helpful during the time of serious cough or cold.

Skin Issues

• When bergamot oil is applied to skin along with a UV therapy it aids the skin condition psoriasis---a common skin condition causing redness and irritation. This essential oil also helps with vitiligo---a skin disease that produces unpigmented patches of skin. It evens out pigments and melanin and makes these elements uniform. Bergamot oil also helps with fading scars.

Anxiety and Depression

• When used as aromatherapy, bergamot oil relieves symptoms of depression and anxiety. It is a relaxing agent, relaxing muscles and nerves. When stress levels are high depression and anxiety can overtake the body and in this instance bergamot oil becomes a relief for depression and anxiety.