Olive Leaf

Product description

Nature's Way standardized olive leaf is a scientifically and technically advanced premium herbal extract standardized to 12% oleuropin and synergistically supported by Olive leaf whole herb. Olive Leaf herb has long been used for general well being and has been the focus of research since the 1800's. Oleuropin the bitter glycoside found in the leaves has been identified as a key constituent which provides some of the therapeutic benefits of Olive Leaf.

Suggested Usage

Take one capsule two times daily.

Ingredients

Supplement Facts Serving Size 1 Capsule Amount per serving USRDA Olive Leaf 250 mg 0% Olive Leaf, dried extract 250 mg 0%

*Daily Value not yet established.

Other Ingredients: Gelatin, Magnesium Stearate, Millet

Product description

A dietary supplement used to support immune system health and function. Olive leaf, combined with olive leaf standardized extract, is blended with certified organic red clover and organic astragalus and encapsulated in Sodium Lauryl Sulfate-Free Capsules. Oregon's Wild Harvest has blended this combination of herbs to complement the properties of olive leaf. For purity, we have selected a hydroalcohol extraction of pure olive leaf, combined with whole powdered leaf to deliver the many constituents found naturally in this ancient herb.

Suggested Usage

As an herbal supplement, take one capsule three times daily, or as directed by your health care professional.

Ingredients

Olive leaf (Olea europaea), Organic Red Clover tops (Trifolium pratense), Organic Astragalus root (Astragalus membranaceus), Olive Leaf powdered extract Standardized to 18% Oleuropeins (Olea europaea).

Product description

An olive leaf extract supplement to support immune system function. Olivir brand olive leaf extract is standardized to yield 75 mg a minimum of 15% Oleuropein. Olivir works by stimulating your body's protective cells (phagocytes) to ingest foreign matter. It has no impact on "friendly" intestinal microorganisms. Thus, it can be used to support the Immune System when invasive microorganisms are present.

Suggested Usage

As a dietary supplement, take 1 to 3 tablets between meals. If detoxification symptoms occur, reduce daily dosage.

Ingredients

Each capsule contains 500 mg olive leaf extract (Olea europea), yielding 75 mg Oleuropein, 100 mg Calcium, 70 mg Phosphorus. Other ingredients: microcrystalline cellulose, vegetable stearate, vegetable cellulose, water.

Product description

For many years, scientists have been researching Olive leaf’s properties as it relates to protection from disease. The leaves contain oleuropein, a bitter compound that affords the Olive tree a marked resistance to insects, bacteria and other parasites. Oleuropein, has many health benefits based on animal studies. These included increasing coronary artery blood flow, relaxing abdominal muscle spasms and lowering blood pressure. A large American pharmaceutical corporation began other research on one isolated constituent of oleuropein, called elenolic acid. This compound was proven to have the capacity to destroy and inhibit the growth of an incredible array of pathogenic organisms including bacteria and yeasts and viruses when tested in-vitro (ie. in a petri dish). Types of bacteria and parasites that where wipe out included planterum, E. coli and malariae, to name a few. Today, health care practitioners familiar with natural therapies advise people to consider Olive leaf extract for many conditions caused by virulent microorganisms such as colds and flu, herpes outbreaks, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Candida and Parasites. Furthermore, other than the occasional allergy, Olive leaf has no known toxic effect and therefore, can be used preventatively as well.

Suggested Usage

As a dietary supplement take 1 1/2 mL (approx. 42 drops) 2 times a day in a small amount of water.

Ingredients

Olive leaf fluid extract (1:1) 1,500mg. Guaranteed to contain a minimum of 15mg Oleuropein per serving. Does not contain alcohol.

FAQ


What are the most popular herbs in the market today, and what are they used for?

• Echinacea - Stimulates the immune system.
• Ginkgo - Enhances cerebral circulation and increases mental functioning.
• Thistle - Strengthens and detoxifies the liver.
• Goldenseal - Stimulates the immune system, and is particularly effective for conditions involving mucous membranes.
• Astragalus - Serves as a tonic for the immune system (ie. builds and strengthens).
• St. John’s Wort - Acts as an antidepressant and as a potent immune enhancer.

What is the difference between a fluid extract and a tincture? A fluid extract is an extract with an herb to menstruum ratio of (1:1). This means that you get 1 gram of herb for 1 ml of extract. A tincture is an extract with an herb to menstruum ratio of (1:2), (1:4), (1:5) or (1:10). This means that to get the same 1 gram of herb you must take either 2, 4, 5, or 10 milliliters of extract (respectively). How do you know what a milliliter is? Usually a milliliter is approximately 28 drops of an extract, but since this is a commonly asked question, Natures Answer has answered this question by using calibrated droppers that show exactly how much extract you are taking. Which is a better form of taking herbs, liquid or capsules? Herbs can be used in both the liquid and capsule form depending on your personal preference. Liquids are more easily absorbed and are perfect for people who have trouble swallowing pills, such as children and the elderly. Unlike other liquid brands, Nature's Answer is alcohol free or very low in alcohol (12-14%). Capsules may be preferable because using them avoids the bitter and unpleasant taste of some herbs, and they can be packed in a pill case for ease of dosing, convenient for the supplement user on the go. Why do extracts have alcohol in them? In order to extract plant constituents most effectively, it is necessary to use alcohol. Alcohol is used because (a) it is the strongest solvent we know of that can extract a major portion of the plant constituents without harming its properties and (b) it is ingestible. (As a point of interest, Nature’s Answer uses only certified organic alcohol in their extracts). What is the benefit of using an alcohol-free extract? Firstly, many people simply do not like to use alcohol as they strive towards healthier living. Others may not use alcohol for religious reasons, because they are in recovery or are pregnant or nursing. Furthermore, alcohol is not for children. These products address all those concerns. Secondly, and most importantly, alcohol-free extracts allow you to taste the plant, not the alcohol! This taste is extremely important in that it gets your body ready to receive the gifts that the plant has to offer. Tasting the herb is part of the overall herbal experience and healing process. Alcohol-free extracts enable you to truly appreciate all of the plant's gifts. If alcohol is needed in extraction, how do you make an alcohol- free extract? Nature’s Answer begins with organic alcohol regardless of whether the final product contains alcohol or not. After finishing the first step in the plant extraction, we perform an additional step to remove the alcohol. This is done by utilizing a proprietary cold extraction process called Bio-Chelation. Bio-Chelation describes the cold process vacuum distillation method, which removes all the alcohol initially used to obtain the good herbal extract. It is important to note that a cold extraction process, as opposed to a heat extraction process, helps maintain the full spectrum, or Holistic BalanceT of the plant's constituents in the final product. The end-result is an alcohol-free extract containing the essential properties of the complete herb in a base of vegetable glycerin and water. (Vegetable glycerin is used because it can help to bind certain plant constituents, is natural to the body, easily absorbed, tastes sweet without affecting blood sugar levels, and acts as a good solvent and carrier for the plant constituents). Are your herbs organic? This is a good question. Nature’s Answer uses three types of herbs in their formulations…Certified Organic, Responsibly Wildcrafted, or Cultivated. Our certified organic herbs come from a variety of organic farms located throughout the United States. Many of our formulas also feature Responsibly Wildcrafted herbs. Responsibly wildcrafted herbs are those picked in a responsible manner, whereby no plant will be over picked and therefore, be a risk to the existence of the species. They are picked in their natural environment at optimal times for harvesting, and have not been exposed to any sprays or fertilizers. These plants are also considered organic; however since they are not “certified? they are referred to as wildcrafted herbs. Cultivated plants are grown without the use of chemicals or pesticides but are not certified organic and therefore, cannot be called organic. Ultimately, no matter the source of our herbs, all are fully tested for microbes, chemicals and residues ?contaminents that could compromise the quality of the herb. Is it safe to take herbs with my medications? Most times it is safe to take herbal supplements from high-quality, reputable manufacturers along with doctor prescribed medications. It is important, however, to know that many herbs will enhance or facilitate the actions of the medications you are taking, so you should leave a few hours between taking an herb and a medicine. While most herbs don't react negatively to medicines, it is of utmost importance to first check with your healthcare practitioner before beginning any nutritional supplement program, and ALWAYS tell your practitioner if you are taking anything in addition to what they have prescribed. Can I take all my herbs at the same time? This is a tough question to answer, as it depends on the types of herbs you are taking, the reasons you are taking them and your overall body. It is okay to take tonic herbs together, meaning those gentle herbs that have a strengthening action to the body. If you are using herbs for acute conditions, it is best to take them separately from your other herbs. I catch every cold that comes around my office; what can I take to keep me healthier? The best approach to take is to use tonic herbs that will build your immune system, rather than relying on Echinacea every time you get a cold. The best herbs to take to strengthen and support the immune system are Astragalus, Reishi (or any of the medicinal mushrooms like Maitake or Shiitake) or any of the Ginseng herbs, to name a few. These herbs are ideal for overall natural protection.

Clinical data

The Alcohol-Free Advantage:

• Alcohol can stress a weakened or under-functioning liver in sensitive individuals, such as those suffering from allergies, environmental sensitivities, systemic candida, and/or a host of other health concerns.
• People in recovery from alcoholism cannot use alcohol.
• Alcohol is not appropriate for young children.
• Since alcohol easily evaporates, it can lose its effectiveness as a preservative for the herbal constituents as the amount of the alcohol in the bottle decreases.

Nature’s Answer's alcohol-free extract formulas replace alcohol with natural vegetable glycerin. The Bio-Chelated method incorporates soaking for a period of time, using different menstruum ratios for different plants to optimize their therapeutic values. Furthermore, this procedure offers additional significant advantages when compared with other types of extraction processes commonly employed by competitors in the herbal industry. Bio-Chelation includes the use of "cold extraction", where the plant parts are extracted without being exposed to excessive amounts of heat. Cold extraction helps the herb maintain vital minerals and other trace elements in solution, thus enabling the herb to keep its Holistic Balance intact. (Holistic Balance means that extracts retain as many of the natural constituents of the original plant as possible.) In addition, the Bio-Chelated process incorporates the use of an exclusive technique that removes much of the alcohol used during the menstruum soaking (maceration) phase, replacing it with vegetable glycerin instead. The resulting yield is an herbal extract that is either alcohol-free, or has a low alcohol content. Both alcohol-free and low alcohol products from Nature's Answer feature vegetable glycerin only. The Bio-Chelated method was the first extraction process to yield a 12-14% alcohol extract in the herbal industry! The advantages of Glycerin:

• Glycerin helps to bind certain plant constituents and is easily absorbed by the cells.
• Glycerin occurs naturally throughout the body.
• It also makes up a portion of the cellular membranes. This gives glycerin an affinity for the body, making it an excellent carrier for herbs.
• Glycerin serves to protect and preserve the potency of the herbal extract in the bottle over the life of the product longer than alcohol would.
• Glycerin, due to its viscosity (thickness) aids in maintaining the freshness and potency of the herb for the life of the product.
• Glycerin has the added advantage of acting as a sugar-free natural sweetener, thus making the taste of some bitter herbs more palatable.

Product description

Olive Leaf Power contains standardized extract of Olive Leaf Extract, which has anti-viral properties, increases energy, and may be beneficial in the treatment of flu, colds, meningitis, Epstein-Barr virus, encephalitis, herpes I and II, shingles (herpes zoster), HIV, AIDS, chronic fatigue, hepatitis B, pneumonia, tuberculosis, gonorrhea, malaria, diarrhea, blood poisoning, hemorrhoids, fever, and dental, ear, urinary tract and surgical infections. Certified Potency Olive Leaf-Power is the highest quality, most potent and most effective form of Olive Leaf Extract available. Standardized for 6% Oleuropein, Olive Leaf-Power offers all the naturally-balanced active principles while retaining and enhancing all the whole-plant synergistic benefits, thus making it not only one of the world's finest and purest plant extracts, but also faster-acting and more assimilable than unconcentrated Olive Leaf powder.

Suggested Usage

As a dietary supplement, take 1 capsule daily.

Ingredients

500 mg certified potency olive leaf extract, concentrated and standardized for a minimum of preferred 6% oleuropein, in a synergistic base of olive leaf powder.

Product description

Nature's Way standardized olive leaf is a scientifically and technically advanced premium herbal extract standardized to 12% oleuropin and synergistically supported by Olive leaf whole herb. Olive Leaf herb has long been used for general well being and has been the focus of research since the 1800's. Oleuropin the bitter glycoside found in the leaves has been identified as a key constituent which provides some of the therapeutic benefits of Olive Leaf.

Suggested Usage

Take one capsule two times daily.

Ingredients

Olive Leaf 250 mg, Olive Leaf, dried extract 250 mg. Other Ingredients: Gelatin, Magnesium Stearate, Millet.

Product description

Prolive with Antioxidants contains standardized extract of olive tree leaves (Olea europa) formulated with antioxidants, in tablet form to maintain potency. Olive leaf possesses a variety of properties which potentially support balanced intestinal microbiology, circulation and healthy cholesterol within normal levels.

Suggested Usage

As a dietary supplement, 1 tablet one to three times daily, best taken with a meal, or as directed by a healthcare practitioner. Warning: Not to be used by individuals suffering from a serious illness without medical supervision. Increase your water consumption while using this product to 64 oz. per day. As with other strong detoxifiers, initial mild symptoms may occur. Co-supplementation with Buffered Vitamin C may be helpful. If symptoms persist, discontinue use.

Ingredients

Vitamin A (as Beta-Carotene 5,000 IU, Vitamin C (as Ascorbic Acid and Ascorbyl Palmitate) 20, Vitamin E (as D-alpha-Tocopheryl Acid Succinate) 20 IU, Selenium (as Sodium Selenate) 20 mcg, Olive Leaf Extract (minimum 10% eleuropein) 500 mg. Other Ingredients: Dicalcium phosphate, stearic acid, cellulose, silicon dioxide, magnesium stearate.

Product description

Planetary Formulas Full Spectrum Olive Leaf combines a concentrated olive leaf extract, standardized to 15% of its key constituent oleuropein, with a pure olive leaf concentrate. This guarantees the presence of all primary and secondary compounds that give olive leaf its immune-supportive effects.

Suggested Usage

Two Olive Leaf Extract tablets, twice daily between meals, or as recommended by your health care professional. Warning: If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or taking high blood pressure medication, consult your health care professional before using Olive Leaf product.

Ingredients

Serving Size: 2 tablets Olive Leaf Extract (15% oleuropein) 1.4 g, Pure Olive Leaf concentrate 250 mg. Other Ingredients: Sorbitol, stearic acid, modified cellulose gum, acacia gum, colloidal silicon dioxide, and magnesium stearate.

Product description

Olive leaves have been valued for thousands of years in Mediterranean countries. Several phenolic compounds are found in the leaf and bud, including oleuropein, a natural antioxidant. Wellness Olive Leaf Extract - Potent Antioxidant Protection Mediterranean peoples have traditionally relied on the olive leaf as an important botanical resource. Now Wellness Olive Leaf captures the benefits of the olive leaf in a convenient, modern form. Olive leaf extract is a powerful antioxidant with many potential uses. Research suggests many of its benefits are attributable to its phenolic compounds, especially oleuropein. Source Naturals Olive Leaf is standardized to contain 15% oleuropein - one of the highest potencies on the market! Wellness Olive Leaf is part of Source Naturals Wellness Family: a group of products designed to support your body's natural defenses when under stress. Olive Leaf - A Popular Herbal Resource The olive leaf has been valued for thousands of years by people in Mediterranean countries, who made extensive use of olive oil, leaves and bark. The botanical use of olives dates back at least as far as the early 1800's, when the leaves were brewed into a cleansing tea. The beneficial properties of this popular herbal tea were attributed to a bitter substance in the leaves. In modern times researchers have identified this bitter substance as oleuropein, a phenolic glucoside that is eliminated from the olives when they are cured. The Mediterranean Diet In addition to its botanical uses, olives and olive oil have long been central to the diets of Mediterranean peoples. This diet has been associated with numerous health benefits, especially for the cardiovascular system. While these benefits are often attributed to olive oil's ratio of saturated and unsaturated fatty acids, current research suggests they may also be due to the unique properties of olive oil's phenolic compounds. Promising Research Oleuropein has been the subject of extensive in vitro (test tube) and animal studies, which have demonstrated protective and antioxidant activity, especially prevention of the oxidation of LDL cholesterol. Animal studies suggest oleuropein may help maintain healthy blood sugar levels, while animal and laboratory studies also suggest that calcium elenolate, one of olive's active components, may support the body's defense system. In vitro studies of elenolic acid, the hydrolyzed form of oleuropein, have shown it to have potential protective benefits. Each 500 mg tablet of Wellness Olive Leaf is standardized to yield 75 mg of oleuropein. Source Naturals Olive Leaf extract is suitable for vegetarians and HYPOALLERGENIC: contains no yeast, dairy, egg, gluten, corn, soy or wheat. Contains no sugar, starch, salt, preservatives, or artificial color, flavor or fragrance.

Suggested Usage

1 to 2 Olive Leaf tablets daily with a meal. Warning: If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult your health care professional before using Olive Leaf Extract product.

Ingredients

Serving Size: 2 tablets Olive leaf Standardized extract 1,000 mg (Olea europaea), Yielding 150 mg Oleuropein. Other Ingredients: Dibasic calcium phosphate, stearic acid, colloidal silicon dioxide, modified cellulose gum and magnesium stearate.

Product description

For the last 4,000 years, people in Mediterranean countries have used olive leaves as a supplement to their diets. This product is guaranteed to contain a minimum of 17% of the active compound oleuropein. Our own laboratory analysis guarantees purity and freshness of all Thompson products.

Suggested Usage

As a dietary supplement, take one to four capsules daily with meals or a glass of water.

Ingredients

Lemon Balm (Melissa officinalis) (leaf) 85 mg Olive (Olea europa) (leaf extract) (Guaranteed 17% [42.5 mg] oleuropein minimum) 250 mg

Product description

Olive leaf extract is a powerful antioxidant with many potential uses. Research suggests many of its benefits are attributable to its phenolic compounds, especially oleuropein. The olive leaf has been valued for thousands of years by people in Mediterranean countries, who made extensive use of olive oil, leaves and bark. The botanical use of olives dates back at least as far as the early 1800’s, when the leaves were brewed into a cleansing tea. The beneficial properties of this popular herbal tea were attributed to a bitter substance in the leaves. In modern times researchers have identified this bitter substance as oleuropein, a phenolic glucoside that is eliminated from the olives when they are cured. In addition to its botanical uses, olives and olive oil have long been central to the diets of Mediterranean peoples. This diet has been associated with numerous health benefits, especially for the cardiovascular system. While these benefits are often attributed to olive oil’s ratio of saturated and unsaturated fatty acids, current research suggests they may also be due to the unique properties of olive oil’s phenolic compounds.

Suggested Usage

use as directed

Ingredients

Olea europaea