A herbal remedy from the Mediterranean tradition

Thanks to their remarkable phytochemical profile, olive leaves are valued in wellness infusions to support periods of high blood pressure, vascular fatigue, or glycemic imbalance. Their slightly bitter taste also makes them a good, gentle digestive tonic.

Description

Whole or cut leaves, dull green to gray-green, dry and brittle texture, vegetal odor, slightly astringent bitter taste.

Nomenclature

• Common name: Olive tree
• Latin name: Olea europaea
• Family: Oleaceae
• Part used: Leaf
• Shape: Cut
• Origin: Mediterranean Basin (Spain, Greece, Italy, Morocco)
• English name: Olive leaf
• Name in German: Olivenblätter
• Name in Spanish: Olive leaf
• Name in Italian: Foglia di olivo
• Name in Arabic: أوراق الزيتون

Main virtues

Gentle hypotensive, antioxidant, vascular tonic, glycemic regulator, natural antimicrobial.

Main constituents

Oleuropein, flavonoids (rutin, apigenin), caffeic acid, tyrosol, verbascoside, triterpenes.

Traditional use and dosage

• Infusion: 1 to 2 teaspoons of chopped leaves per cup of hot water, infuse for 10 minutes, 1 to 2 times a day.
• Decoction: 30 g/L, boil for 10 minutes then infuse for 10 minutes. 3-week treatment possible.
• Traditional association: with blackcurrant leaf, red vine or hawthorn.

Precautions, side effects and contraindications

• Not recommended in case of antihypertensive treatment without medical advice (possible cumulative effect).
• Do not use if you have a known allergy to the Oleaceae family.
• Respect the recommended doses for long-term treatment.

History and use

A symbol of peace and longevity, the olive tree is also a medicinal pillar of traditional Mediterranean pharmacopoeia. Pliny the Elder, Dioscorides, and Avicenna mentioned its leaves in remedies for fevers, infections, and digestive disorders. Today, its uses are being revived for their gentle action on the cardiovascular system.

Miscellaneous information

• Packaging: resealable kraft bag or airtight opaque box.
• Storage: dry, away from light and heat.
• Shelf life: 12 to 18 months.
• TARIC customs code: 1211.90.86.00

Sources and references

• Pl@ntUse – https://uses.plantnet-project.org
• Works on phytotherapy from the Mediterranean basin
• Clinical studies on oleuropein (PubMed, EFSA, EMA)

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