Contains brutieridin and melitidin — statin-like HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors from bergamot orange. Activates AMPK, improves lipid profiles (reduces LDL, increases HDL), and has antioxidant effects. Supports cardiovascular and metabolic health.
Interactions
May potentiate statin effects (shared mechanism)
CYP3A4 inhibitor — caution with statin/drug interactions
Contraindications
Rhabdomyolysis risk if combined with high-dose statins without monitoring
Key Papers
Mollace et al. 2011 - Bergamot polyphenols and lipid lowering (Journal of Functional Foods)
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