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Bitter orange peel

Botanicals / Herbs

Also known as: Seville orange
Botanical Name or Chemical Name: Citrus aurantium
Related Remedies: Bitter orange oil

Description: Bitter orange is the fruit of an evergreen tree. It is from rutaceae family. The dried peel of the fruit is used medicinally.

Oral Uses

  • Indigestion RatingRatingRating

    Bitter orange peel stimulates appetite, digestion and digestive enzyme production; alleviates stomach pain. Take 3-6 g of bitter orange peel daily, in tea form, in divided doses, for many weeks. Use this product under the control of an experienced practitioner.

  • Supplements to help lose weight RatingRatingRating

    Bitter orange peel reduces body fat; stimulates metabolism; helps to lose weight. Take 3-6 g of bitter orange peel daily, in tea form, in divided doses, for many weeks. Use this product under the control of an experienced practitioner.

  • Anxiety RatingRating

    Bitter orange peel is a sedative; reduces anxiety. Take 3-6 g of bitter orange peel daily, in tea form, in divided doses, for many weeks. Use this product under the control of an experienced practitioner.

  • Depression RatingRating

    Bitter orange peel alleviates depression. Take 3-6 g of bitter orange peel daily, in tea form, in divided doses, for many weeks. Use this product under the control of an experienced practitioner.

  • General cancer prevention RatingRating

    Bitter orange peel reduces cancer risk. Take 3-6 g of bitter orange peel daily, in tea form, in divided doses, for many weeks. Use this product under the control of an experienced practitioner.

  • Insomnia RatingRating

    Bitter orange peel is a sedative; improves sleep. Take 3-6 g of bitter orange peel daily, in tea form, in divided doses, for many weeks. Use this product under the control of an experienced practitioner.

Oral Actions

  • Action - Antifungal RatingRatingRating

    Bitter orange peel is an antifungal; fights fungus. Take 3-6 g of bitter orange peel daily, in tea form, in divided doses, for many weeks. Use this product under the control of an experienced practitioner.

  • Action - Antiviral RatingRatingRating

    Bitter orange peel is an antiviral; fights virus. Take 3-6 g of bitter orange peel daily, in tea form, in divided doses, for many weeks. Use this product under the control of an experienced practitioner.

  • Action - Appetite suppressant RatingRatingRating

    Bitter orange peel is an antiviral; fights virus. Take 3-6 g of bitter orange peel daily, in tea form, in divided doses, for many weeks. Use this product under the control of an experienced practitioner.

  • Action - Cholagogue RatingRatingRating

    Bitter orange peel is a cholagogue; stimulates gallbladder and bile flow. Take 3-6 g of bitter orange peel daily, in tea form, in divided doses, for many weeks. Use this product under the control of an experienced practitioner.

  • Action - Choleretic RatingRatingRating

    Bitter orange peel is a choleretic; stimulates bile production. Take 3-6 g of bitter orange peel daily, in tea form, in divided doses, for many weeks. Use this product under the control of an experienced practitioner.

  • Action - Digestive RatingRatingRating

    Bitter orange peel is a digestive; improves and stimulates digestion. Take 3-6 g of bitter orange peel daily, in tea form, in divided doses, for many weeks. Use this product under the control of an experienced practitioner.

  • Action - Stimulant RatingRatingRating

    Bitter orange peel is a stimulant; stimulates and increases body functions and energy. Take 3-6 g of bitter orange peel daily, in tea form, in divided doses, for many weeks. Use this product under the control of an experienced practitioner.

Recommended Dosage

Take 3-6 g of dried bitter orange peel daily, in tea form, in divided doses, for many weeks. Use this product under the control of an experienced practitioner.

Cautions & Side Effects

Do not use bitter orange peel if you are pregnant or breast-feeding, children and if you have kidney or liver disease. Use it with caution if you have heart conditions, high blood pressure or glaucoma. It may cause photosensitivity and rise body temperature. Drink a lot of water when using this product. Use this product under the control of an experienced practitioner.

Available Forms

Bitter orange peel is available in capsule and bulk form.

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