Bergamot, bee balm or red bergamot was originally grown in Italy and used in folklore medicine. The whole plant is used in herbal medicine and its distinctive flavour is used to make earl grey tea. Bergamot in aromatherapy comes from the plant citrus bergamia.
Action of Bergamot
This herb contains a variety of compounds that demonstrate antiseptic, carminative (wind relieving) and expectorant properties.
Bergamot Uses
Historically bergamot has been used to treat a number of conditions including:
| Flatulence
| Headaches
| Intestinal colic
| Nausea
| Painful periods
| Stomach cramps
| Weak digestion
Other Bergamot Information
Bergamot leaves can be used to make tea or added to salads to add a unique flavour. They should be used sparingly in cooking due to their strong aroma.
Cautions When Using Bergamot
| At the time of writing this article no well known side effects, contra-indications or drug interactions occur from using bergamot.
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