[Latin Name]  Citrus aurantium L.

[Specification] Synephrine 4.0%–80%

[Appearance] Yellow brown powder

Plant Part Used: Fruit

[Particle size] 80Mesh

[Loss on drying] ≤5.0%

[Heavy Metal] ≤10PPM

[Storage] Store in cool & dry area, keep away from the direct light and heat.

[Shelf life] 24 Months

[Package] Packed in paper-drums and two plastic-bags inside.

[Net weight] 25kgs/drum

[What is Citrus Aurantium]

Citrus aurantium L, belonging to the family Rutaceae, is widely distributed in China. Zhishi, the Chinese traditional name for Citrus aurantium, has long been a folk medicine in traditional Chinese medicine (TCMto improve indigestion and help stimulate the Qi (energy force).

[Function]

1. Have the function of antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, hypolipidemic, vasoprotective and anticarcinogenic and cholesterol lowering actions.

2. Have the function of inhibiting following enzymes: Phospholipase A2, lipoxygenase, HMG-CoA reductase and cyclo-oxygenase.

3. Have the function of improving the health of capillaries by reducing the capillary permeability.

4. Have the function of reducing hay fever and other allergic conditions by inhibiting the release of histamine from mast cells. The possible activity of hesperidin could be explained by the inhibition of polyamine synthesis. (bitter orange extract)

If ginger is not a common staple in your diet, this article will definitely convince you to add it!

This plant originates from China, but it is used all around the world. It offers various health benefits, has a delicious taste, and can be used in multiple different ways.

The ginger can be added to sweet and savory meals, and various drinks and meals.

These are its most prominent health benefits:

Helps digestion and prevents flatulence

Boil a few ginger chunks in some water and sweeten with honey. Then, drink it to calm the upset stomach. Take 250-500 mg pills, 3 times a day to prevent and treat stomach bloating.

Soothes morning sickness

Ginger effectively soothes nausea and vomiting. Therefore, take 200 mg tablets on every 4 hours.

Improves blood flow

To remove the toxic residue and improve the blood flow, get the juice of 50 g grated ginger, and add it to a basin with 5 liters hot water. Afterward, apply this remedy to the affected area.

Treats a sore throat and coughs

Add several ginger slices in boiling water, and sweeten with honey. You should also add some lemon, and consume it to treat coughs, a sore throat, and a nasal congestion.

Soothes inflammation

Ginger contains gingerols which soothe the cell inflammation, alleviates pain and muscle swellings in the cases of arthritis and muscle pain. It will also help you prevent diabetes, obesity, and Alzheimer’s.

Relieves headaches

To treat a migraine, mix a pinch of cayenne, a teaspoon of dry mint, and several ginger slices, then leaves the combination to simmer and sweeten it with honey.

Fights cancer

Studies have shown that ginger effectively destroys ovary cancer cells even more successfully that a chemo or drugs that contain platinum. It also lowers the risk of colon cancer and soothes the intestine and colon inflammation.

Treats acid reflux

The journal Molecular Research and Food Nutrition published a study that confirmed that ginger is even 6 times better than acid blocking drugs, which damage the belly lining and lead to ulcers and stomach cancer!

Additional ginger benefits:

To regulate blood sugar levels, drink a glass of ginger water every morning
Chew ginger before meals to boost your appetite and stimulate the production of digestion juices
Chew ginger to prevent nausea and vomiting in post-operation periods
Mix ginger and turmeric to prepare a paste, and rub it on affected areas twice daily, to soothe muscle strains

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