Citrus Bergamot

Bergamot extract rich in polyphenols, which can lower LDL and triglycerides and increase HDL. Popular for lipid support, especially among steroid users with a worsened lipid profile.

Auch bekannt als: Citrus Bergamot, Bergamotte, Bergamot Polyphenols

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Overview

Bergamot polyphenols (brutieridin, melitidine) inhibit, among other things, HMG-CoA reductase in a similar (weaker) manner to statins and improve the lipid profile.

Effect

  • Lowering LDL and triglycerides, increasing HDL
  • Antioxidant, possible blood sugar effects
  • Interesting in AAS-related dyslipidemia

Dosage

500-1000 mg/day standardized extract.

Sources

  1. Mollace V et al. Hypolipemic and hypoglycaemic activity of bergamot polyphenols. Fitoterapia. 2011. PubMed

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