Topic: Bitter Orange

Members: Labrador, Lope, Luna ABM 11-A

BITTER ORANGE

What is bitter orange? (Reporter 1: Carl Lope)

Bitter orange is a plant. The peel, flower, leaf, fruit, and fruit juice are used to make medicine. Bitter
orange oil is made from the peel. Many varieties of bitter orange are used for their essential oil, and
are found in perfume, used as a flavoring or as a solvent.

Bitter orange, both taken by mouth and applied to the skin, has many uses. But so far, science has
shown only that the oil, when applied to the skin, might be effective for treatment of fungal skin
infections such as ringworm and athlete’s foot.

What other names is Bitter Orange known by? (Reporter 2: Godwin Luna)

Scientific Name:

 Citrus aurantium

Common Names:

 Aurantii Fructus

 Bigarade Orange

 Seville Orange

 Sour Orange

 Marmalade Orange

Bitter orange peel is also used to improve appetite, and, in surprising contrast, it is also used for
weight loss. Other uses for the fruit and peel are upset stomach, nasal congestion, and chronic
fatigue syndrome

The bitter orange flower and bitter orange oil are used for: (Reporter 3: Sara Labrador)
Topic: Bitter Orange

Members: Labrador, Lope, Luna ABM 11-A

 gastrointestinal (GI) disorders including ulcers in the intestine, constipation, diarrhea, blood in
feces, drooping (prolapsed) anus or rectum, and intestinal gas.

 regulating fat levels in the blood and lowering blood sugar in people with diabetes, stimulating
the heart and circulation, "blood purification," disorders of liver and gallbladder, kidney and
bladder diseases,

 and as a sedative for sleep disorders.

 In aromatherapy, the essential oil of bitter orange is applied to the skin and also inhaled as a
painkiller.

Bitter orange supplements have been linked to a number of serious side effects and deaths, and
consumer groups advocate that people avoid using the fruit medically. It is still not concluded if
bitter orange affects medical conditions of heart and cardiovascular organs, by itself or in formulae
with other substances. So, before taking bitter orange, talk with your healthcare professional if you
take any medications. It can interact with many drugs.