Olive Leaf Extract, Nature's Sunshine, 60 Caps
43,19 AUD
A Mediterranean classic beyond the oil.
Love the Mediterranean way of eating? Did you know the olive tree gives us more than oil, and its leaves have been used across the region for centuries? They may help support immune and heart health.
Olive Leaf Extract from Nature's Sunshine comes in a pack of 60 Caps.
The olive tree gives us more than oil. Its leaves have been used for centuries across the Mediterranean as a herbal tea and tonic. Olive leaf is rich in natural plant compounds, especially oleuropein, which gives the leaves their bitter taste. Today olive leaf extract is popular as an antioxidant supplement and a traditional herbal remedy for general wellbeing and circulation.
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Benefits & common uses
Benefits
- Traditionally used in Western herbal medicine as a general tonic
- Contains natural polyphenol antioxidants including oleuropein
- May help support healthy circulation
- May help support heart health as part of a healthy lifestyle
- May help maintain healthy blood pressure already within the normal range
- May help support healthy glucose metabolism
What people commonly use it for
- General wellbeing and vitality (Traditional use)
- Everyday antioxidant support (Good evidence that olive leaf contains antioxidant polyphenols)
- Circulation support (Some clinical studies suggest benefit)
- Seasonal wellbeing when feeling run down (Traditional use)
- Healthy blood pressure within the normal range (Some clinical studies suggest it may help)
Suggested to use alongside
- Vitamin C: Everyday antioxidant vitamin
- Garlic: Traditional herb for immune support
- Echinacea: Traditional herb for immune support
The science behind it
The main active compound in olive leaf is oleuropein, a polyphenol that belongs to a group called secoiridoids. Also present are hydroxytyrosol, luteolin and verbascoside. These compounds are the reason olive leaf is classed as an antioxidant herb, because they can neutralise free radicals in laboratory tests.
When you take olive leaf, oleuropein is partly broken down in the gut into hydroxytyrosol, which is well absorbed and is itself widely studied. Hydroxytyrosol is recognised in European regulation for helping protect blood lipids from oxidative stress, though that is a claim for olive fruit polyphenols.
Human trials of olive leaf extract have looked at blood pressure, circulation and glucose handling. A randomised trial by Susalit and colleagues (Phytomedicine, 2011) found that olive leaf extract was comparable to a standard medicine in adults with blood pressure at the upper end of the range. This work is small, and further research is needed, so it should not be seen as proof of benefit.
Forms differ:
- Standardised extracts in capsules list an oleuropein percentage, often around 20 per cent.
- Liquid extracts and teas are traditional preparations, though the content varies.
- Fresh leaf juice is sometimes sold, but the amount of active compounds is less certain.
Olive leaf has a bitter flavour. Capsules suit those who dislike it. Because content varies, choose a product that states what the extract is standardised to.
Product details & ingredients
- Pack size: 60 Caps
- Form: Capsules
Ingredients
Standardised extract provides approximately 48mg oleuropein per capsule 2.94g
Dosage
Always read the label and follow the directions for use. This information is general in nature and not medical advice. If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
Supplier ref: Nature'S Sunshine Olive Leaf Extract 60 Capsules
Common questions
What is olive leaf extract good for?
Olive leaf is traditionally used as a general tonic and for circulation support. It is also a source of antioxidant polyphenols.
What is oleuropein?
Oleuropein is the main bitter polyphenol in olive leaves. It is the compound most often used to standardise olive leaf extract.
When is the best time to take olive leaf?
Morning or with meals is common. Taking it with food can reduce the chance of stomach upset.
Can I drink olive leaf tea?
Yes. Olive leaf tea is a traditional way to enjoy it, but it provides less oleuropein than a standardised extract.
Does olive leaf lower blood pressure?
Some studies suggest it may help maintain blood pressure already in the normal range. It should not replace advice from your doctor.
How long does olive leaf take to work?
Studies usually run for several weeks, so allow at least four to eight weeks to judge it.
Safety
Olive leaf may add to the effect of medicines for blood pressure and glucose, so speak with your healthcare professional if you take either. Avoid in pregnancy and breastfeeding unless advised. Stop if you notice dizziness or stomach upset.
About Nature's Sunshine
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