What are the benefits of eating bergamot?

Bergamot is a beautiful ornamental plant. It belongs to the Rutaceae family. The fruit of this plant is bright yellow, like an open Buddha's hand, which is how it got its name. In addition to its beautiful appearance, this plant can be eaten by humans and used as medicine. Both its edible and medicinal effects are outstanding.

The efficacy and function of bergamot

1. Soothe the liver and regulate qi

Bergamot is a fruit with a mild nature and sour taste. It can enter the liver meridian and gallbladder meridian, improve liver and gallbladder function, and relieve liver and regulate qi. It has a good regulating and preventive effect on chest and rib pain, insomnia, forgetfulness, and irritability caused by liver qi disharmony. People can slice it and soak it in water to drink when needed.

2. Regulate the spleen and stomach

Bergamot contains a variety of trace elements and minerals, as well as some natural volatile oils. It can regulate the spleen and stomach, and improve the digestive function of the spleen and stomach. It has a certain alleviating effect on human spleen and stomach disharmony, sinking of the middle qi, indigestion, anorexia and vomiting. When necessary, it can be combined with Chinese medicinal materials such as Scrophularia and Corydalis to make a decoction for consumption.

3. Moisturize the lungs and relieve cough

Bergamot can improve the human body's cardiopulmonary function and eliminate various inflammations in the human body. It can play an important role in moistening the lungs and relieving coughs after people take it. In daily life, people use it to make tea to prevent pneumonia and bronchitis. When people have symptoms such as damp-heat cough and excessive sputum, they can also boil bergamot with Chinese medicinal materials such as pinellia and ginger peel to drink the soup, which can quickly relieve the symptoms of cough and sputum.

4. Nourish delicate skin

Bergamot also contains a large amount of plant essential oils. After purification and processing, the bergamot essential oil can be directly applied to the skin and can also be used in the production of a variety of cosmetics. They can eliminate skin inflammation, promote skin regeneration, and maintain the balance of oil on the skin surface. Frequent use can nourish delicate skin and delay skin aging. Plant essential oils extracted from bergamot can also purify the mind, regulate emotions, and prevent negative energy from having adverse effects on the human body.