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Ground Olive Leaf
£4.50
Olive leaves have the potential to make a powerful impact on health.
Incredibly rich in bioactive compounds, olive leaves contain high levels of polyphenols, in particular oleuropein – a phenomenal antioxidant.
Oleuropein is also present in olive oil and but it’s in much greater quantities in the leaves. It works by neutralising oxidative stress, calming inflammation and supporting the body’s natural defence systems. Olive leaves also contain strong supporting antioxidants such as hydroxytyrosol and anti-inflammantory flavonoids.
Reported benefits of olive leaf include heart health support, blood pressure reduction, antimicrobial and antiviral properties, immune system enhancement and potential benefits for diabetes and weight management.
Our ground olive leaf is very versatile: you can use it as a herbal tea, either on its own or blending it, and you can add it to your cooking. Use it the same way you would any other culinary herb and its health positive properties will infuse your dishes.
Presented in a glass jar containing 30g of 100% olive leaf.
Key health benefits
Research into the efficacy of olive leaf is ongoing - below is a summary of the effects scientists have studied.
Antioxidant effects
- Olive leaf compounds help neutralise free radicals, protecting cells from oxidative stress.
- This may lower the risk of chronic diseases linked to inflammation and oxidative damage.
Supports heart health
- May reduce blood pressure by improving blood vessel function.
- Can help lower LDL ('bad') cholesterol and triglycerides while raising HDL ('good') cholesterol in some studies.
- Supports healthy circulation and vascular function.
Blood sugar regulation
- May improve insulin sensitivity and help regulate blood glucose levels, which could benefit people with type 2 diabetes or metabolic syndrome.
Antimicrobial properties
- Olive leaf compounds have antibacterial, antiviral and antifungal effects.
- Supports immune health and fights infections.
Anti-inflammatory activity
- Oleuropein helps reduce inflammation which may ease conditions like arthritis or general inflammatory stress.
Neuroprotection
- Antioxidants in olive leaf may help protect brain cells against damage, with some research suggesting benefits for memory and cognitive decline
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