Olive Leaf Extract - The Facts
72The ancient Egyptian, Greek, and Mediterranean cultures, used a variety of natural plants to cure a variety of health related conditions. One of the most popular plants is the Olive tree. Olea europaea or the Olive tree is a species that grow in some areas of the Mediterranean, central Asia, parts of south America and southern Australia. Depending on the climate grown, this tree usually grows between 8 to 15 meters tall. Once the tree matures and the leafs are harvested, the leaf extract can be used for a number of health related problems.
Although the olive leaf's healing properties have been know for thousands of years, it wasn't until the early 20th century that it's antibacterial/antiviral compounds were isolated. During the research surrounding the discovery of Oleuropein (the olive leaf's powerful antibacterial/antiviral compound), it was discovered that the antiviral properties worked by infiltrating the virus and shutting down its reproduction capabilities, thus preventing the viruses from reproducing. I am sure the researchers weren't surprised; this tree was attracting the attention of the modern medical research community as early as the mid 1800's. In the 1854 Pharmaceutical Journal of Provincial Transactions Olive leaf was mentioned for being effective against fever that other wise would have been fatal on the island of Mytelene in the 1840's. In addition, in the 1880's Olive Leaf Extract was successfully use to fight malaria.As recent as the 1970's researchers found that even in high doses Olive leaf Extract is safe to use.
More Uses for Olive Leaf Extract
- Stimulates the immune system
- Has powerful antioxidant properties
- Helps support normal Blood pressure
- Helps maintain healthy skin care
- Has good detoxifying and infection fighting qualities
- Good for cold and flu symptoms
- Good for dealing with chronic fatigue
- Helps to treat diabetes
- Acts as a natural pain killer
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Conclusion
Olive Leaf Extracts have been used as a medicine for thousands of years. As one of the the most effective defenses against Pathogens, Immune deficiency, and fatigue, it is a proven way to deal with a variety of aliments. In additional to the before mentioned benefits it is a good way to help maintain a healthy heart and good blood circulation. Olive Leaf extract has 4 times the antioxidant power of vitamin C. There are a variety of ways to take this supplement including concentrated liquid, dried tea leaves, a powder, or even in pill form. With this dietary supplement in your arsenal you cant go wrong.
Additional Information
- Wikipedia.org - Definition of Olive Tree
- Pro Health Solutions.com - More information on the Olive tree
- Learning Info.Org - Additional resources on Olive Trees
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@Tom Rubenoff - Thank you for your feedback!
Terrific topic. Love it. Great information and beautiful photo. I used to use it in my hair in the winters when it would get so dry. I'd leave it in my hair wrapped in a towl overnight. Worked wonders.
@Friedra Babbley thank you for your feedback. I use the olive leaf extracts for many things myself. I am looking forward to reading more of your hubs
I didn't know that about the olive tree coolmon. Well written article - well presented.
@donna bamford - thank you for your comments
Very informative and useful indeed. Thanks for sharing it.
@Hussains - Thank you for your feedback
Olive oil is an expensive commodity here in the Philippines, but because of its many known cure like for example, diabetes, I keep a bottle for my cooking. Thanks for confirming this information for me.
I don't know my way around here yet, so it takes me time to follow up my readers. Thanks.
@Lita C. Malicdem - Depending on the type of olive oil purchased it can be expensive here too. Thank you for your feedback.
hi coolmon,
I had no idea olive oil helps chronic fatigue, that's good to know. Nice hub, thanks for sharing.
@tish1048 - it amazing me how effective and versatile these natural supplements can be. Thank you for your feedback
oh nice hub, very informative, I didnt know it helps in high blood and acts as painkillers too, Thanks for sharing, have a nice weekend too, Maita
@prettydarkhorse - Thank you for your feedback
Great Hub :)
@pinkdaisy - Thank you for your comments
Nice hub.. I use Olive Oil for cooking even if it's expensive than ordinary cooking oil because my family said olive oil is good for health. Is Olive Leaf Extract the same as Olive Oil?
@dyesebel10 - Olive oil is pressed from olives; Olive leaf extract comes from the leaves of the olive tree. To name a couple of benefits, Both have good antioxidant properties and good cholesterol benefits.
Very well written Coolman! I use Olive Leaf when I feel a cold coming on. I also cook with Olive Oil most of the time because of it's medicinal properties ... also because it tastes so good!
@Mekenzie - I use the Olive oil for cooking too Thanks for stopping by
Very helpful hub,Thank you.
@Truth From Truth - Thank you for stopping by again. I really enjoyed your hub @http://hubpages.com/hub/My-Favorite-songs-of-all-t brings back memories for me
Such great information Coolmon2009!
Ancient cultures knew to use every part of a plant for its many health benefits. And because they are ancient they have been tested for thousands of years - unlike the toxic drugs that keep showing up on the market - to suppress symptoms but not cure or prevent the ailment.
Thanks so much for putting together such a informative and useful hub!
@BkCreative - I agree with you in the name of profit drug companies can't use use natural herbs because it is cheap and it might actually cure the patient. There is no money in a cure so the medical industry will treat the symptoms only; thus guaranteeing income for the drug companies for years to come - Thanks for your comments
exelent.
nice hub,
very helpful topics,
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@faster - Thank you for your comments
I've never purchased olive leaf extract, but we use olive oil almost exclusively for cooking in our home due to the health (and taste) benefits.
@Peggy W - Thanks for your comments
Nice information.
@Sandyspider - Thank you for your feedback
I like olive oil, so I'm glad to hear about all the benefits of olive leaf extract. Very informative hub. Thanks.
@anglnwu - Thank you for your feedback; I am glad you found the information useful :)
Thanks - I love olives and use olive oil a lot in cooking - now I will look for leaf extract too.... wish I could gorw an olive tree in Port Dover Ontario LOL
@Neil Sperling - I know what you mean; I use olive oil in various ways myself; Thanks for the feedback.
Glad you shared your ideas/facts here. I use olive leaf to help fight colds etc. and it really does help! Great information, thank you!
@frogyfish - I am glad this information is helpful to you; thanks for your comments :)
WOW good to know, I love olive oil and eat it a lot but had no idea about the olive leaf extract sounds wonderful and I think I'll give it a go. Peace :)
@katiem2 - Thank you for your feedback. I hope you like it when you try it :)
Excellent, rated up and beautiful, and stumbled. :)
@hypnodude Thanks for your kind words :)
Dear Friends, can anyone help where to buy olive leaf extract capsules in Metro Manila or elsewhere in the Philippines. Please email me to eric_encina@yahoo.com or eric.encina8@gmail.com Thank you. Sincerely, Eric V. Encina
Here is a listing of suppliers in your area of the world try one of these http://www.alibaba.com/showroom/olive-leaf-extract
i just wanna kno which company makes the best olive leaf extract or the best u suggest....
thnx
@nathan - Although it it a bit pricey, Purity makes one that I belive is one of the better products for 37(USD) a bottle. Also, I noticed GNC has olive leaf at 21(USD) a bottle last time i was in their store. I am not sure what drug stores may have now. Hope this information helps.
thxn.i go chek out GNC.
@nathan - you are welcome.
Coolmon - I've never heard of olive leaf extract but it sure sounds great for health. Amazing how much I learn from reading people's hubs!
@Dolores Monet - It is nice to hear from you and thanks for your feedback :)
I have also heard that Olive leaf extract has a great anti - inflammatory agent in it. Is that correct?
@Anita - Yes you are correct. Olive leaf extract is known for its anti-inflammatory qualities. Thanks for your question on this article.
I never thought how useful is olive until I read your hub! Nice info!
@Tisha Smith - Yes it has many uses, thanks for your comments :)
Fantastic!. I think I am like everyone else. Never heard of this.
Thank you
@gr82bme - Thanks for your feedback on this article.
i never seen olive tree-
thanks for sharing
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@Balinese - Thank you for the follow; I will return the favor.
Tom Rubenoff 2 years ago
Excellent and informative! Thank you