What is Olive Leaf Extract?

The use of the olive has been used as an effective medical treatment for centuries. In the Mediterranean the olive has been known to be used a lot of chronic and other types of illnesses such as sore throat, fever and coughs. Usually the olive leaves are dried and used to make tea or develop what is known as olive leaf extract.

The Olive leaf extract is derived from the leaves of the olive tree. The extract contains many different types of phytochemicals such as oleuropein 20%. Oleuropein is a phytochemical that enzymes break down into elenolic acid. This acid has a very strong anti-bacterial effect and is able to help destabilize amino acid production that viruses need to be effective. The olive leaf extract also contains ingredients such as multiple iridoids, rutin, apigenin, luteolin and esters.

As stated above, olive leaf extract has been researched and is known as an effective ingredient in treatment of a wide range of illnesses such as infections, fevers, colds, flu, ear infections, nose infections, throat infections and eye infections. It is also a good treatment for cold sores, herpes impetigo, pink eye, parasites, and different types of  bacterial, viral and fungal infections. It is also known that the olive leaf is used to treat rashes, warts, boils and other skin problems.

Mentioned earlier the olive leaf extract is able to cure a wide range of conditions. However some of these claims are based on unverified clinical trials. There have been tests that have been completed on the effectiveness of the olive leaf extract at lowering the blood pressure in animals; however tests need to be done on humans, to ensure that the results can translate from animals to people.

The olive leaf extract is known to be effective at containing viral infections. It is able to immobilize the viruses by making them inactive. This can be done as the extract has the ability to go into the infected cells and prevent the replication of the virus.

It’s been said that the olive leaf extract is a true anti-viral compound, as entire virus specific systems can be blocked. Because of its effectiveness against viruses, it is very useful when it comes to treating the common cold, influenza and a host of other viral infections.

The olive leaf extract is also very effective when it comes to increase energy levels and this makes it a good choice to help with people who are suffering from chronic fatigue.

Olive Leaf Extract Dosage

The dosage you take of the olive leaf extract is dependent on the method in which you choose to receive the substance. It is often sold as liquid extract or gel capsules. A typical dose is 400 mg four times a day; however the dosage that you take can vary. People who choose to take and use the olive leaf product should follow the directions on the package.

The normal dosage of olive leaf extract is usually one capsule that is taken 4 times a day. This can increase up to 4 capsules in one day, depending on the severity of the infection. If you have a sickness such as the flu or a cold, then you need to take 4 capsules initially then 2 capsules every 4-5 hours for 2-3 days. 

Aside from taking the extract or tablets, you can also create olive leaf tea. This is done by soaking around 2 teaspoons of dried olive leaf into around 6 ounces of boiling water. This is left boiling for 30 minutes and after it is finished, the solid parts should be strained out. The tea can be taken up to four times a day. It can also be sweetened because the tea often has a bitter taste.