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bitter orange, n an essential oil, expressed from the fruit of the bitter orange (Citrus aurantium), useful for treating colds and flu, constipation and flatulence, gum conditions, sluggish digestion, and stress. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Both supplements contain an herb called bitter orange (or Citrus aurantium), which contains synephrine, a substance that stimulates the nervous system. We feasted on poc-chuc, a Yucatan specialty of pork marinated in bitter orange juice and then cooked with onions and herbs. The Seville orange, or bitter orange, is the ancestor of the modern sweet orange. |
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