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Types of Bergamot (Citrus Bergamot): Forms & Bioavailability

Evidence:Moderate
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Forms Comparison

FormBioavailabilityBest For
Bergamot Polyphenolic Fraction (BPF)HighGold standard — the specific extract used in published clinical trials from Calabria
Bergamot Juice ExtractModerateWhole-food form — contains polyphenols plus fiber, but lower concentration per serving
Bergamot Essential Oil (oral)LowNot recommended for lipid management — aromatic use only; different compound profile than BPF

Bergamot Polyphenolic Fraction (BPF)

Bioavailability: High. Best for: Gold standard — the specific extract used in published clinical trials from Calabria.

Bergamot Juice Extract

Bioavailability: Moderate. Best for: Whole-food form — contains polyphenols plus fiber, but lower concentration per serving.

Bergamot Essential Oil (oral)

Bioavailability: Low. Best for: Not recommended for lipid management — aromatic use only; different compound profile than BPF.

References

  1. RCTGliozzi M, Walker R, Muscoli S, Vitale C, Gratteri S, Carresi C, Musolino V, Russo V, Janda E, Ragusa S, Aloe A, Palma E, Muscoli C, Romeo F, Mollace V (2014). Bergamot polyphenolic fraction enhances rosuvastatin-induced effect on LDL-cholesterol, LOX-1 expression and protein kinase B phosphorylation in patients with hyperlipidemia. International Journal of Cardiology. DOI PubMed