Orange-bitter is a medicinal plant, also known as orange-sorrel, orange-horse and china orange, widely used as a dietary supplement in the treatment of obese individuals by having appetite-inhibiting action.
Its scientific name is Citrus aurantium L. and it can be consumed in the form of jams, jellies and sweets in general, in addition to being found in the form of essential oil in natural products stores and to slim down, see as in Bitter Orange Tea for slimming.
Orange-bitter indications
The bitter orange is used to treat obesity, constipation, dyspepsia, diuresis, stress, scurvy, influenza, insomnia, uric acid buildup, fever, gas, arthritis, headache, metabolic disorders, respiratory diseases and cholera.
Orange-bitter Properties
The properties of bitter orange include its anti-arthritic, alkalizing, rejuvenating, laxative, appetite suppressant, anti-inflammatory, anti-rheumatic, antiseptic, aperitif, soothing, antiulcerogenic, digestive, relaxing, perspiring, sedative, febrile, stomach, diuretic, depurative, carminative, vermifuge, vitamin, antidepressive and antiscorbous.
How to use Orange-bitter
For medicinal purposes the leaves, flowers and fruits are used.
- Tea : Add 2 tablespoons of chopped orange-bitter orange in 1 liter of boiling water. Cover the container and drink the tea at least 3 times a day.
Bitter orange can also be found in capsule form, see how they should be used.
Orange-bitter side effects
The side effect of bitter orange is the increase in blood pressure.
Orange-bitter contraindications
Bitter orange is contraindicated for people with high blood pressure.
Its scientific name is Citrus aurantium L. and it can be consumed in the form of jams, jellies and sweets in general, in addition to being found in the form of essential oil in natural products stores and to slim down, see as in Bitter Orange Tea for slimming.
