What is the health care effect of bitter orange?

Bitter orange is a tree that grows mainly in the Mediterranean, California and Florida, and other places The flower, leaf, dried fruit and skin extracts of this tree can be used as herbs In traditional Chinese medicine, bitter orange has been used to treat nausea, dyspepsia, constipation and other health problems In the field of alternative medicine, bitter orange is also believed to help treat heartburn and anorexia, and even promote weight loss Some supporters suggest applying bitter orange externally to treat fungal infections (such as ringworm and beriberi) However, we should know that there is not enough scientific basis to support the health care effect of bitter orange, and there is no research result to prove that this herb can effectively treat nausea, constipation, dyspepsia, heartburn, nasal obstruction or fungal infection In recent years, bitter orange has been publicized as a kind of natural weight-loss health care product Supporters claim bitter orange stimulates fat burning because small studies have found that volunteers consume bitter orange products to increase their metabolism However, the researchers did not confirm that bitter orange was good for dieters More importantly, bitter orange contains synephrine and octopamine, which are similar in structure to those in Ephedra Ephedra has been banned by the U.S Food and drug administration because it causes heart attacks and strokes by raising blood pressure The latest research has confirmed that simferin can increase human blood pressure and increase the risk of cardiovascular disease Note: bitter orange should be used under the guidance of a doctor due to potential risks such as abnormal heart rhythm, elevated blood pressure and accelerated heart rate People with cardiovascular disease or diabetes such as heart disease or high blood pressure should avoid bitter orange Bitter orange cannot be mixed with caffeine or natural substances containing caffeine, such as green tea People taking drugs such as monoamine oxidoreductase inhibitors or heart rate enhancing health products should also avoid this bitter orange Pregnant women should also avoid products containing bitter orange, as safety has not been confirmed When used externally, bitter orange oil may increase the risk of heartburn, especially in light skinned people Due to limited research and safety concerns, it is too early to recommend bitter orange to lose weight In addition, in order to avoid delaying the regular treatment due to self diagnosis and treatment, we must consult the doctor before using bitter orange.