Benefits of Olive Leaf Extract

Quite a number of studies were conducted to ascertain the benefits of olive leaf extract. And the research established that olive leaf has antibacterial, antiviral, antifungal, and anti inflammatory properties. The leaves contain active components such as oleuropein, hydroxytyrosol and flavonoids which are powerful antioxidants. There are also polyphenols which has antioxidant properties.

The ancient Egyptians didn't know of the elements that are found in olive leaf but they were already using it for medicinal purposes and as a natural healing herb. Olive leaves were also used as a symbol. If you can recall from movies and pictures, winners of ancient Olympic Games were crowned with garlands of olive leaves.

Here are the health benefits of olive leaf extract which are based on studies and trials

1. Oleuropein is one of the most active antioxidant. This chemical compound is able to fight harmful free radicals. A person who is allergic to antibiotics will find olive leaf extract beneficial because it is a good substitute to treat bacterial infections. The antioxidant also helps in strengthening the immune system.
   
   
   
2. Many earache remedy and eardrops or ear oil use olive leaf as one of its ingredients to treat both middle and inner ear infections.
   
   
   
3. The benefits of olive leaf extract include treating sore throat mouth infections and fight colds, flu and headache. It helps fight allergies and sinusitis.
   
   
   
4. Olive leaf extract may also help lower blood pressure and maintain its normal range. It supports healthy blood flow to the heart muscles.
   
   
   
5. Because of its anti fungal properties, it is effective in preventing yeast infections.
   
   
   
6. It has also shown to be effective to treat viral infections such as shingles and herpes.
   
   
   
7. Another one of the benefits of olive leaf extract is it helps in lowering LDL or bad cholesterol and triglyceride levels.
   
   
   
8. It is good for the skin. Many skin care products combine olive leaf with olive oil in soaps to produce soaps, hand wash, body cream, lotions and balms. It is also an added ingredient to hair shampoos and gels and also deodorants.
   
   
   
9. Mothers who are breastfeeding and develop sore, painful and chapped nipples can use olive leaf extract oil or cream to soothe them.
   
   
   
10. Studies are still ongoing to determine if it is effective in treating liver, prostate and breast cancer and whether it can reduce blood sugar levels.
    
    
    
11. Depending on your needs, you can take olive leaf extract in the form of powder, capsules, liquid concentrate or dried tea leaves.
    
    
    
12. It may also help relieve fatigue, feeling tired and lack of energy.
    
    
    
13. Oleuropein in olive leaf is also beneficial for people who are mrsa positive because it can help fight off staph bacterial infection.

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