Alternative Titles: Benefits of Limonene, Health Benefits of Limonene
- Limonene is a terpene found primarily in citrus fruits like lemon, orange, and lime. Its name comes from the Italian word Limone (lemon).
- It is most concentrated in the peel or rind, which contributes to citrus profound fragrance, as well as the bitter, acrid, and ‘caustic’ taste & feel of citrus peel.
- Limonene is commonly used in aromatherapy, and via lemon, orange, and lime or other citrus essential oils. The scent of limonene achieves many of its benefits, alongside ingestion.
- Anti-Cancer Properties, being shown to reduce the risk of certain cancers and diminish cancers. For instance, people who regularly consumed citrus peel were shown to have reduced risk of skin cancer than those who did not.
- Antioxidant, reducing oxidative stress and protect systems and cells against free radicals, as well as reducing lipid peroxidation (and the ensuing benefits from such).
- Anti-Inflammatory, reducing inflammation throughout the body, making it beneficial for arthritis and joint pain, as well as conditions where chronic or inappropriate inflammation is present.
- Protects Gut, against ulcers caused by medications in one study, as well as reducing intestinal inflammation and irritation.
- Reduces High Cholesterol, especially high LDL cholesterol, which is helpful for metabolic disorders, particularly Metabolic Syndrome.
- Improves Insulin Sensitivity, which is helpful for metabolic disorders and diabetes.
- Since Limonene is most concentrated in citrus peels, Marmalade is the best source of Limonene, as well as other citrus compounds like Naringin and Naringenin.
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