Olive Leaf Extract: The Mediterranean Healing Herb

Olive leaf extract is derived from the leaves of the olive plant, a medicinal herb used therapeutically for centuries. Scientists have found that oleuropein, the active compound in olive leaf extract, can effectively lower bad cholesterol and blood pressure and fight disease-causing microorganisms, such as bacteria, fungi, viruses, and protozoa. Cancer, diabetes, heart disease, inflammation, are among the diseases that have responded to treatment.

In addition, the extract can be used topical...