Essential Oils

Orange

citrus sinensis

General Description
The cold pressed oil comes from the very nutritious Valencia oranges grown in California and is restricted to the late season valencia fruit. In Chinese medicine the orange peel is used to treat numerous ailments including anorexia and malignant breast sores. The oil is primarily used as a flavoring agent for both the food and beverage as well as the pharmaceutical industry.

How It's Made
The almost ripe or fresh ripe outer peel is cold pressed by hand or machine to produce the oil.

Aroma: Perky, strong citrus aroma.

Strength: Fairly Strong

Properties

Respiratory Helps with Bronchitis Helps with Coughs Nervous System Helps with Stress-Related Disorders Helps with Nervous Strain Immune System Battles Common Cold and Influenza Digestive Helps with Dyspepsia Increases Appetite Helps with Heartburn Reduces Nausea Helps with Constipation Skin Helps with Oily Skin Relieves Pain from Ulcers Helps with Complexion Problems Muscles Reduces Palpitation