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Sweet Orange (citrus sinensis) Citrus sinensis Botanical Classification sweet orange Family Rutaceae Genus and specie Citrus sinensis Other names Citrus aurantium var. dulcis. Description of the herb sweet orange kruie-produkte-ageless-herbal-products A well-known evergreen tree with fewer spines than the Seville orange, and also less hardy. Parts used It has sweet pulp and a non-bitter membrane. The pulp and peel are used. Properties It is a zesty and refreshing fruit and the fragrance is particularly clean smelling. Therapeutic uses skin care cosmetics Internal use The fruit is well known and has a high content of vitamin A, B and C. The high pectin content is good for the digestive system, and as seen as being anti-carcinogenic. The orange fruit is used for jam, marmalade and puddings. The juice is extracted and drunk, or forms part of various cocktails, liqueurs and beverages. Dried sweet orange peel is used to treat coughs, colds and anorexia in Chinese medicine. External use Externally, the fruit acids contained in the pulp have good skin care and cosmetic applications and are often contained in "AHA cocktails" and included in a variety of skin products. Aromatherapy and essential oil use This essential oil brings cheer and happiness to the mind and has a toning effect on the digestive system. It is useful in both constipation and diarrhea. It helps reduce bloated swollen tissue and stimulates the lymph system, as well as the gall bladder. Orange essential oil helps dry, irritated and acne prone skin cope better. It has antidepressant, antiseptic, anti-spasmodic, carminative, cholagogue, digestive, febrifuge, sedative, stimulant to the digestive and lymphatic system, stomachic and tonic properties. orange oil Safety precautions and warnings stimulate the lymph system Prolonged and high dosage of the essential oil may irritate sensitive skin and could cause photosensitivity. |
