Olive Leaf Extract (OLE) is an herbal supplement that is derived from the olive leaf. OLE contains a wide variety of compounds including antioxidants which work synergistically to deliver a multitude of therapeutic actions. While many of the antioxidants in OLE are present in other olive products including Extra Virgin Olive Oil, OLE contains up to 15-times more total antioxidants than a high-quality Extra Virgin Olive Oil.
The olive leaf was first used medicinally in Ancient Egypt, where it was a symbol of heavenly power. Olive leaves have been used in the human diet as an extract, an herbal tea and a powder for many centuries. In more recent years, the olive leaf has been used widely to produce herbal extracts. Over the past decade numerous studies have demonstrated scientific proof that OLE can playing a key role in maintaining good health and general wellbeing. The olive leaf contains a diverse range of antioxidants, the most prominent of which are Oleuropein and Hydroxytyrosol.