Olive Leaf Pills

Firstly Olive Leaf Pills is a supplement that is derived from the olive leaf. Secondly this leaf contains bioactive compounds that provide a health and wellness tonic that has many researched health benefits. Thirdly the extract contains a wide variety of compounds which work synergistic-ally to deliver a multitude of therapeutic actions.^{2, 3}

Production of Olive Leaf Extract

Generally the unique combination of biophenols in the olive leaf have many potential health benefits.

Suggested duration of use:

For general use: Traditionally, olive leaf extract was used over a period of 2 – 4 weeks.

Likewise For use as a diuretic: Occasional use is recommended, as required for symptom relief.

In the same vein it is always important to note, that if symptoms persist for longer than one week during the use of the product, a qualified healthcare professional should be consulted.

General safety and toxicity information:

In-market use of olive leaf extract, over many years, has demonstrated that the product is well tolerated by most patients.

Possible side effects:

Generally No serious adverse effects have been reported in clinical studies involving olive leaf extract.

However Allergic reactions are possible in people who have an allergy to plants of the Oleaceae family.

Similarly other possible adverse effects that have been experienced in small numbers of people include:

• Erythema multiforme
• Pruritus
• Rash or hives
• Nausea and/or vomiting
• Abdominal pain
• Angioedema
• Pharyngeal oedema
• Cough/bronchospasm
• Depressed consciousness
• Hypoglycaemia
• Migraine
• Vulvovaginal candidiasis

Interactions:

• Anti-hypertensive agents – possible potentiating affect – consult a healthcare practitioner prior to use.
• Finally Hypoglycemic agents – possible additive effect – consult a healthcare practitioner prior to use.