benefits and harms to health and the human body, contraindications, beneficial properties for women, men, hair, skin

1. Rich in antioxidants, prevents inflammation.

Antioxidants in tangerines are an excellent source of vitamins and nutrients for the body. Tangerines contain a large amount of vitamin C, it prevents inflammation in the body. Vitamins also help prevent the formation of free radicals that provoke unnecessary oxidation in the body.

2. Reduces anxiety and nausea.

Mandarin essential oil can be one of the best treatments for anxiety and nausea. A study published in the journal Complementary Therapies in Medicine outlines the use and efficacy of essential oil therapeutic interventions for pain, nausea and anxiety. Ten hospitals located in Minnesota and western Wisconsin have conducted aromatherapy research on their patients.

3. Relieves pain.

There have been studies showing that oils from natural plants like mandarin essential oil are sources of molecules that can produce new analgesics and provide benefits when used to reduce pain.

4. Protects food from bacteria.

Mandarin contains antimicrobial activity. Studies have been conducted to evaluate the effects against Listeria innocua and the effect on the color and texture of green bean samples. In this study, “a modified chitosan based bioactive coating composition containing 0,05% mandarin essential oil nanoemulsion was tested in combination with γ-irradiation, UV-C and ozonated water treatment, and the results in terms of antimicrobial activity, color and texture changes were evaluated within 14 days of storage. “

5. Helps fight cancer.

The effect of mandarin peel essential oil has been studied on two cancer growth lines. They tested both mandarin and lemon essential oils, a chemical found in the peel of citrus fruits and other plants, indicating inhibition of tumor growth in these cell lines. It has been found that tangerines may promote the development of anticancer agents and the treatment of cancer through alternative medicine.

6. Regulates the level of cholesterol in the body.

Mandarin contains fibers such as pectin and hemicellulose, which regulate blood cholesterol levels. They lower the concentration of “bad” cholesterol and increase the level of “good”. Also, these trace elements remove toxins and toxins from the body.

7. Improves digestion and prevents chronic diseases.

Dietary fiber that is part of mandarin helps to solve digestive problems, regulate stool. In addition, regular consumption of tangerines can prevent the occurrence of many chronic diseases such as stroke and heart cancer. But this is all – with the correct use of these fruits.

8. Restores bowel function.

As mentioned above, tangerine has a positive effect on the functioning of the digestive system. The large amount of fiber contained in these fruits ensures the proper functioning of the intestines, they improve its motility, cleanse the passageways and help to cope with constipation.

9. Treats sepsis.

Sepsis is a terrible infection. The main signs of this disease are: the appearance of wounds on the skin, acute pain throughout the body, the formation of pus in the wounds. If you do not start treatment of the disease in a timely manner, then this will lead to disastrous results. Eating tangerines blocks the spread of this infection.

10. Promotes natural cell renewal.

The beneficial substances that tangerines contain promote cell renewal and reproduction. The trace elements of the fruit contribute to the overall growth and development of the whole organism. They repair permanent damage to the cells of the body. To do this, it is not necessary to use tangerine daily, it is enough to use its essential oil.

11. Cleans the body of harmful substances.

The benefits of mandarin essential oil are no less than the benefits of the fruit itself. Since it cleans the body of excess uric acid, it removes accumulated salt, toxins and harmful substances from it.

12. Acts as a sedative.

Mandarin essential oil has soothing (sedative) properties. The use of essential oil allows you to overcome not only the inflammation of the nervous system, but also tidies up the digestive and circulatory systems. It fights ailments such as fever, stress, anxiety, depression. Mandarin oil relieves insomnia.

13. Eliminates stomach problems.

Mandarin essential oil reduces pain in the stomach, helps to get rid of flatulence, removes excess gases from the body. All this helps to maintain a balance between digestive juices and stomach acid and bile. Mandarin heals stomach wounds and is often used to treat gastritis.

14. Reduces cramping.

The resulting spasms in the body bring many complications and inconveniences. Spasms have a negative effect on the respiratory system and thus cause health and breathing problems. All this can further develop into asthma. Often, spasms lead to diarrhea and nervous system disorders. Mandarin and its essential oil are ideal for reducing spasms.

15. Normalizes the menstrual cycle.

Tangerines help to normalize the menstrual cycle, reduce the manifestations of cramps and ease the course of menopause. Citruses restore the body after stress, prevent apathy and depression.

16. During pregnancy.

Tangerines help to get rid of toxicosis, eliminate edema (as they have a strong diuretic effect), relieve stretch marks. However, do not forget that citrus fruits are allergens that can cause allergies in an unborn child.

17. Eliminates acne, stretch marks and scars.

Mandarin oil helps to get rid of acne, stretch marks and scars. The gentle tangerine oil does not usually irritate the skin. It has the ability to prevent irritated skin infection, bacteria and fungus growth. If you are looking for ways to reduce scars, you can apply tangerine oil directly to the scar and try the following mixture. Mix one drop of lavender oil and one drop of mandarin oil with a little almond oil. The result of exposure to such a mixture will not be long in coming.

19. Moisturizes the skin.

Vitamin C, found in tangerines, has antioxidant nutritional properties that slow down the aging process of the skin. Antioxidant protects the skin from the negative effects of the environment, prevents the formation of skin cancer. If you want to keep your skin smooth and youthful, eat tangerines that are high in vitamin C. It promotes the production of collagen in the skin, it is he who is responsible for its elasticity.

20. Gives radiance to the skin.

We offer a face mask that will return the skin to its natural radiance and shine, as well as perfectly cleanse clogged pores. You will need 3-4 lemon wedges without pits. Mix them with yogurt and honey. Stir everything until smooth. Apply to face and neck, leave on for 20 minutes. Remove excess mask and wash your face with cool water. For those with oily skin, you can use the mask only twice a week, and for those with dry skin, once a week is enough.

21. Vitamin A to strengthen hair and eliminate oily sheen.

Vitamin A is an important vitamin for healthy hair. Its antioxidant properties help eliminate oily sheen, strengthen hair roots and stimulate hair growth.

22. Improves hair growth and prevents hair loss.

Vitamin B12, found in tangerines, reduces hair loss, stimulates hair growth and slows down the appearance of gray strands.

23. Makes hair healthy and shiny.

As stated earlier, tangerines are a source of vitamin C. This nutrient is responsible for the production of collagen, which promotes hair growth. Vitamin C helps to maintain the necessary amount of iron in the body, which is also necessary for healthy and beautiful hair. It is enough to make masks for hair from tangerine juice, and soon you will notice the result.

24. Aroma combing.

This procedure prevents hair from tangling, adds shine and shine to it. This procedure requires a wooden comb, on which 3-5 drops of mandarin essential oil are applied. Run the comb along the strands, starting from the ends. Hair will become silky smooth.

25. Improves potency.

Mandarins are useful for men, as they have a positive effect on potency, increase male fertility, increase sperm motility and improve sperm quality. In addition, citrus makes a man stronger, more resilient and more balanced.

1. May cause stomach ulcers.

Tangerines are not recommended for gastritis, acidity and peptic ulcer disease. Despite the fact that we talked above about the benefits of tangerines for these diseases, the use of citrus fruits increases the acidity of the body, as a result of which the mucous membrane of the internal organs is irritated. In any case, consult your doctor first.

2. Contraindicated in certain diseases.

Do not use tangerines for hepatitis, nephritis and cholecystitis. It is also not recommended to use citrus fruits for diabetes mellitus, since the pulp of tangerines contains a large amount of sugars.

3. May cause allergies.

Mandarin is an allergen. Even if you’ve never been allergic to citrus fruits, don’t overuse them. In the complete absence of allergic reactions to anything, problems with the gastrointestinal tract can arise if you overdo it with the use of tangerines.

4. Promotes hypervitaminosis.

Excessive consumption of tangerines can cause hypervitaminosis. Do not think that by eating 2-3 kilograms of tangerines, you will be able to stock up on vitamins in advance. This is wrong. Many vitamins do not have the ability to accumulate in the body. And the body cannot always cope with such a flow of nutrients. As a result, you will get diarrhea, a rash, or a drop in hemoglobin levels in your blood.

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Sources of Research

1. In cooking.

To saturate the body with the necessary amount of nutrients, tangerines can be added to fruit salad, baked goods, eaten raw, added to all kinds of dishes. Tangerine juice can be used to make a sauce. Also, tangerine juice is ideal for baking muffins and cakes.

2. In cosmetology.

Mandarin can be an effective cosmetic when mixed with a variety of other floral scents, including rose, jasmine, chamomile and geranium. It also does its job wonderfully when mixed with other citrus oils such as bergamot, grapefruit and lemon. Mandarin also creates a unique scent combined with the spicy aromas of cloves and black pepper.

3. Other areas of application.

Mandarin peel is used as a substitute for orange peel in the preparation of medicines, infusions, extracts and syrups. In oriental medicine, mandarin peel tincture was used to treat bronchitis. And undersized varieties are bred to obtain a beautiful decorative indoor plant.

Mandarins are the fruit of a mandarin tree that can grow to a height of 8 meters. A tree with thorns and thin branches. The leaves are narrow and oval in shape, tapering to one point at each end. The fruits ripen for a long time – 6–8 months. Up to 600 fruits can be harvested from a tree in one harvest. Each mandarin consists of 10-12 slices.

In America, tangerines were grown commercially in the states of Alabama, Florida and Mississippi. These states have the highest yields, while Texas, Georgia, and California are the smaller producers. However, tangerine trees are still very popular in the East, Korea and India. On the territory of our country, tangerines are grown on the Black Sea coast of the Caucasus and in the Krasnodar Territory.