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Olive Leaf Extract Properties

Olive leaf extract (OLE) is an herbal extract that is ground-up olive leaf made into a liquid, capsule or pill form. It has also been combined with olive oil and/or other oils to produce soap and skin creams.

  1. Ancient History

    • OLE has been known for thousands of years in the Middle East and the Mediterranean area as a home remedy for a variety of conditions.

    First Functions

    • Initially, it was used to lower blood pressure, aid in normal heart function and reduce muscle cramping. It was reintroduced to modern medicine in 1843 by a man named Daniel Hanbury of England who made an OLE tincture to combat fever. After several fevers were eliminated, he put his recipe for healing in a medical journal.

    Discovery One

    • Several years later, a scientist found an OLE property called oleuropein that was effective in combating insect bites/stings.

    Discovery Two

    • A substance in OLE called elenolic acid is effective against harmful bacteria, viruses, including the viruses associated with the common cold.

    Discovery Three

    • OLE has been found to lower LDL bad cholesterol and inhibit blood clots.

    Wisdom and Knowledge

    • Consult with your doctor before trying OLE. Since OLE affects blood pressure, blood sugar levels and blood clotting, any medication or condition already affecting them will only be aggravated by OLE.
      Tell your doctor that you are taking the herb, especially if you develop diarrhea, headaches or achy joints. Use wisdom in the dosage. Read all the labels.

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