Calabrian gold

 Bergamot is a fruit that is sometimes called Calabrian gold.Bergamot is grown almost exclusively in southern Italy and thrives in the microclimate of Calabria.

                  Bergamot is a citrus fruit prized for its refreshingly complex aroma;it is used in perfumes,cosmetics and as an ingredient in Earl Grey tea.

         For centuries bergamot 's essential oil that is extracted from its peel while still green and has a floral-smelling citrusy aroma has been known to repel mosquitoes and flies and is a powerful disinfectant.The bergamot 's  essential oil oil enhances the longevity and diffusion of perfumes and for centuries has been a key in ingredient in French perfumes.

                         Researchers have recently discovered the health benefits of drinking juice from the bergamot fruit.Some people drink bergamot juice to keep their glycemic index low and to help stave off diabetes.A few studies have shown that drinking bergamot juice lowers blood pressure and cholesterol.