Olive Leaf Tincture
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Olive Leaf (olea europaea) has been used for centuries to boost and support the immune system, maintain well-being and to relieve symptoms of coughs, colds and flu.
It has five times (400%) more antioxidant power than the equivalent amount of Vitamin C, making it very helpful for immunity.
Olive Leaf also has antimicrobial benefits in viral, bacterial, fungal and parasitic infections. It's powerful compounds destroy invading organisms and stop viruses from replicating and causing infection.
Ancient Egyptians regarded the olive tree as a symbol of heavenly power. They used the oil to mummify their kings, and it was used as a powerful treatment against a wide variety of illnesses also.
It was so important it was referred to as the “Tree of Life” in the Bible, held in such high esteem that Moses is said to have excluded olive tree growers from military service.
Heart Health - Research shows that olive leaf compound oleuropein can have positive effects on atherosclerosis, or narrowing of the arteries, it can increase blood flow, prevent plaque buildup in the arteries and reduce blood pressure.
Anti-Fungal - Olive Leaf extracts show to kill almost all bacteria tested. This included dermatophytes which cause infections in the skin, hair and nails; candida and E coli. It can help fight viruses like herpes, mononucleosis, hepatitis, HIV, influenza, and rotavirus. As well as a helpful anti-fungal for the treatment of athletes foot and toenail fungus.
Diabetes - Research from Auckland University has shown that olive leaf extract lowered insulin resistance by an average of 15% and
increased the production of insulin by the pancreas by 28%. Another study showed that olive leaf extract may enhance insulin secretion and increase glucose uptake by cells so that it does not remain in the blood and alter blood sugar levels.
Herpes - Olive leaf extract has shown to be helpful in treating herpes. Just drop 1 to 2 drops on a cotton bud and dab on the spot. Olive leaf extract’s antiviral and antimicrobial factors reduce the ability of the herpes virus to invade surrounding cells.
Brain Health - Olive leaf has shown to have brain-protective effects.
A 2017 study showed that test subjects who received olive leaf extract had significantly improved balance, muscle strength, and antioxidant levels in the brain. The findings show that olive leaf can be useful in preventing the death of specific brain cells called dopaminergic neurons, which can lead to Parkinson’s disease. Olive leaf may also provide some protection against Alzheimer’s disease.
A study in the European Journal of Pharmacology showed olive leaf extract could also reduce long-term complications from a stroke as well.
Olive leaf has also shown to help diarrhoea because of it's astringent qualities, as well as wound healing after surgery. And it is said to be helpful in weight management, by turning off the genes that create fat.
Tinctures are a liquid extract made by
steeping fresh organic herbs in alcohol. Tinctures are the most
concentrated form of herbal medicine and if taking internally (consult a
herbalist) are best taken under the tongue where they directly enter
the blood stream. They are very strong and may be taken diluted in
water, juice or tea.
Contraindications: Not recommended during pregnancy or during breastfeeding.
Kailash Herbs is not responsible for
any individual's use of our products. Consult a qualified health care
practitioner for guidance.
Specifications
Ingredients: organically grown Olive leaves, steeped in Kerikeri-made pure alcohol & vegetable glycerin.
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