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Frequently Asked Questions about Olive Leaf

Olive Leaf, a staple of the healthy Mediterranean diet, Antioxidant Free Radical scavenger Anti-Inflamitory Boosts Immune System and fights antibiotic resistant germs
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Q. What does Olive Leaf do?
Olive leaf works at the cellular level to measurably strengthen the body's immune response. The oleuropein in olive leaf is a natural wide-spectrum antibiotic, anti-bacterial, anti-viral, and anti-fungal. Unlike synthetic antibiotics, it destroys only the bad bacteria and protects the good. Medical research shows that when olive leaf is taken orally, it searches out and "inactivates" bacteria. It does this by dissolving the outer lining of the infectious germs and then penetrates the infected cells, thus inhibiting the replication of the bacteria. Olive leaf is a cold and flu buster that delivers effective inhibition and prevention of infection by a wide range pathological microbes, including viruses, bacteria, retrovirus, fungi, yeasts and molds.

Q. Does it contain Antioxidants?
When the human body converts oxygen into energy, free radicals are formed as natural by-products of this process, the overproduction of which cause damage to the body. Studies show that the olive leaf contains some of the most powerful antioxidants known. Antioxidants “scavenge” the free radicals in our bodies so that they don't promote too much oxidation, which can harm the walls and structure of cells, damage the genetic material inside a cell, and cause many serious diseases.

Studies show that the olive leaf contains some of the most powerful antioxidants known, 12 proven Antioxidants!. Antioxidants keep the free radicals in our bodies in check so that they don't promote too much oxidation, which can harm the walls and structure of cells, damage the genetic material inside a cell, and cause many serious diseases. Olive Leaf does not cure diseases, it is however a cold blooded killer of most pathogens. Once the pathogens have been stunned or killed off, the immune system can rebuild itself and cure the disease or get rid of the symptoms.  

Q. How does Olive leaf affect Free Radicals? Free Radicals are bad. They can leave the body vulnerable to advanced aging, cardiovascular problems and degenerative diseases. Free Radicals can be caused by many factors: sun exposure, pollution, stress, poor diet, alcohol and smoke. The high antioxidant qualities (12 proven Antioxidants) of olive leaf have been shown to "scavenge" Free Radicals even more than Vitamin C, Green Tea, Grape Seed Extract. Q. What is olive leaf good for? Researches have discovered that olive leaf is particularly beneficial, not only for patients suffering from specific conditions but also the everyday individual looking to increase energy, boost their immune system and lower cholesterol.

ORAC comparisons completed by independent laboratories in Australia and USA under scientific conditions

There are many antioxidants available in olive leaf, the most active identified so for include: Oleuropein, Hydroxytyrosol & Tyrosol Oleuropein The key to olive leaf is a phytochemical compound called Oleuropein from the leaves of Mission and Manzanillo olive trees. Oleuropein is the major phenolic constituent of the olive leaf (Olea europaea) and it is also present in olive oil and fruit.  It has a powerful anti-bacterial and anti-viral effects. It has proven to be useful in cases of yeast and fungal infections, herpes, chronic fatigue, allergies, psoriasis and many other pathogens. Since it works like a broad-spectrum antibiotic, it is useful against colds, flu, and upper respiratory and sinus infections. In addition, it has been shown to lower blood sugar, normalize arrhythmias, inhibit oxidation of LDL (the bad cholesterol), and relax arterial walls, thereby helping to lower blood pressure. Other benefits are that it boosts energy and eases pain. Several compounds from olive leaves, oleuropein among them, have shown a variety of biological activities as an anti-microbial antioxidant. Hydroxytyrosol Hydroxytyrosol is believed to be one of the most powerful antioxidants. Its oxygen radical absorbance capacity is 40,000 umolTE/g, which is ten times higher than green tea. The antioxidant polyphenol is known for it's activity in preventing or reducing the deleterious effects of oxygen-derived free radicals associated with numerous inflammatory and stress-related human and animal diseases. It is also effective at inhibiting LDL oxidation associated with atherosclerosis. Tyrosol Tyrosol is a phenolic antioxidant. As an antioxidant, tyrosol can protect cells against injury due to oxidation. It's good bioavailability indicate that it may have an important overall effect. This effect may contribute significantly to the health benefits of the Mediterranean diet. Resveratrol Olive Leaf may be beneficial because of its oleuropein. Like the polyphenolic component of red wine, resveratrol, oleuropein imparts some important antioxidant benefits to the user including reduction of LDL oxidation. In fact, an argument can be made that oleuropein and resveratrol are high on the list of beneficial components of the highly touted Mediterranean Diet and account in large part for the reduced incidence of heart disease in those who habitually partake in the Diet.

Oleuropein molecule Hydroxytyrosol molecule Tyrosol molecule antioxidant polyphenol Resveratrol molecule

Q. Why the Mediterranean diet?
Olive leaf is a diet staple in many Mediterranean cultures that enjoy a low incidence of viruses, cancers and heart conditions.   Many people's diets are completely absent of olive leaf creating an environment for viruses, bad bacteria's, yeasts, tumors and heart conditions to take hold.   Fighting these invaders takes energy leaving the host (you) tired and susceptible to other pathogens.   Olive leaf stuns invaders and unleashes the immune system to create a balanced body.   When used preventatively many conditions never take hold or symptoms are reduced and shortened.

Q. I have heard of adding olive leaf in pet food, how?   Why? This comes up more than you would expect, pets fight infections too, like viral based diseases like feline leukemia and feline AIDS.   Thanks to the work of pet psychic Amelia Kincade and the experimenting of pet owners everywhere we have many customers adding olive leaf powder and/or liquid extract to pet food and olive leaf powder to pet wash topically.  Q. Is it okay to take olive leaf extract supplement every day? Yes olive leaf is safe to take daily. As with all herbal botanical consistency is critical for success, olive leaf is no different. Consistent delivery with breaks is a common practice. By taking a couple of days off each week and a week off each month you give your system time to assimilate the herb. Our bodies can only assimilate so much olive leaf each serving so try to spread out delivery over 2-3 servings per day if possible. It is also common to change the delivery method i.e. one day capsules, one day tea, one day extract, some powder and so on. The point is stay with the supplement without overdoing it.   The same points go for our olive leaf extract soap as well.   Be consistent but take breaks to push your skin to new levels of health. There is a Detox effect with olive leaf know as the "Herxheimer reaction”.

Olive leaf can be combined with other herbs/teas/supplements to create flavorful, healthful blends. Many of our customers find varying the delivery method (tea 1-3 days/week, capsules 1-3 days/week, extract one day and powder 1-2 days per week) of olive leaf is a good way to keep it in the diet. Our bodies are constantly metabolizing our intake so remember consistency is the best bet for any dietary supplement.

Consistency - As will all herbs and medicines consistency isthe best bet to get the results desired. There is a limit to how much of anything our bodies can metabolize so a single dose one to three times a day is better than one big dose once daily.

Mix it up - Many of our customers find varying the delivery method (tea 1-3 days/week, capsules 1-3 days/week, extract one day and powder 1-2 days per week) of olive leaf is a good way to introduce and keep olive leaf in the diet.

Q. How can Olive Leaf boost the immune system?
Your immune system is your coat of armor protecting your from many diseases and infections. When the immune system is working properly you do not suffer very long from cold, flu, and hundreds of other diseases .  
Indications of a weakened immune system:
- Allergies - Digestive problems – Fatigue - Joint – Poor appetite
– Congestion - Respiratory problems – Rashes – Insomnia - Muscle weakness
Unlike antibiotics ole leaf and Olive Leaf does not build up immune system resistance.

A strong immune system will recover from a pathogen invasion, and most of the time you will not be aware of the battle that took place within your body. However, if your immune system is not functioning at its peak efficacy, you may be sick for extended period of time. Once the immune system is over-burdened with some type of pathogen, (virus, fungi, yeast, bacteria, parasites) disease takes a foothold and sometimes it takes months and even years to manifest itself. In the meantime, the pathogens are in your body draining strength from the immune system. Olive Leaf does not cure any disease. It is, however a cold blooded killer of most pathogens. Once the pathogens have been killed off, the immune system can rebuild itself and "cure" the "disease", and get rid of the symptoms that have plagued you.

Q. What can Olive Leaf do to combat antibiotic-resistant germs?
Many medical researchers are becoming increasingly concerned about the emergence of "super" germs that have developed a resistance to antibiotic drugs. Olive leaf is increasingly used in Europe as a replacement for synthetic antibiotics. In the USA, olive leaf is being used by a growing number of medical practitioners to combat bacteria, viruses, fungi, yeasts and more. To combat this unseen enemy, medical scientists have created ever-stronger antibiotics. But these organisms have brought new meaning to the word "mutant." They mutate faster than science can create new antibiotics. Each new generation seems more aggressive in its invasion and less responsive to antibiotics. To add to the dilemma, the immune system has undergone its own "mutation" process, failing to respond to older, redundant antibiotics and quickly becoming "immune" to the effects of newer ones. The immune system actually becomes weakened over extended use of antibiotics, making it more susceptible to the invasion of pathological organisms. In short, a paradox has been created. Stronger organisms require stronger antibiotics, which create stronger organisms. Fight back with olive leaf.
Learn more about antibiotic resistance and olive leaf in the news. . .
Mother Natures anti microbial acts like an antibiotic & detoxifier
Olive leaf and extract (OLE) is an antimicrobial herbal botanical that has the power to control many troublesome conditions that antibiotics are often used to treat.   The human body does not build up a resistance to OLE as happens with antibiotic use and abuse.   Additionally the use of antibiotics in chicken, pork and beef has reduced their effectiveness in humans.   Because of antibiotic's decreasing effectiveness health experts predict that common bacterial infections will one day pose serious health problems. Olive leaf extract appears to work at many different levels in the body. As a result we often hear reports from patients that a variety of symptoms begin improving.

Q. Are Olive Leaf's Flavonoids beneficial?
Flavonoids are most commonly known for their antioxidant activity. However, it is now known that the health benefits they provide against cancer and heart disease are the result of other mechanisms. Flavonoids are also commonly referred to as bioflavonoids in the media – the terms are equivalent and interchangeable, for flavonoids are biological in origin. Since the late 1800's scientists and pharmaceutical companies have documented the botanicals pathogen killing, cardiovascular and energy-giving properties. Emerging scientific evidence has shown that the flavonoids from the polyphenol category (olive leaf), have antioxidant powers greater than those of vitamins C, E, Green Tea and beta-carotene. There are several hundred manufacturers of olive leaf but only Olivus specializes in olive leaf based products exclusively.

Q What does Olive Leaf tea taste like?
Olivus olive leaf tea has a unique taste.   A light steeping delivers a satisfying mellow flavor.   Longer steeping or brewing in a tea press creates a stronger, slightly bitter infusion than can be mellowed with a slice of fresh lemon, stevia, soy, milk, sugar and other herbal flavorings. Olivus olive leaf also blends well with Green and other teas and herbs. Olive leaf can also be delivered into your diet powdered, in capsules, liquid extract and applied to the skin topically.

Q. Are there any side effects to using Olive Leaf?
It is generally agreed that olive leaf does not produce adverse side effects. Please consult your physician if you are taking any prescription medications. Some people may experience what is known as Herxheimers Reaction, which may give the feeling the symptoms are temporarily getting worse. This most likely is a sign the olive leaf is working! This is due to a detoxification reaction to the olive leaf killing a large number of harmful germs quickly. If this should happen, decrease the dosage by half for three to four days and drink as as much water as possible.

• A natural approach to fighting viruses, germs, bacteria, fungi, and yeast
• Acts as a natural antibiotic without building antibiotic resistance
• Herbal antioxidant that enhances the immune system
• Increases energy and has an internal cleansing action
• Lowers blood pressure, fats, and reduces blood sugar

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