Olive leaves: what properties do they have?
Would you like to find out more about the properties of olive leaves?
Meanwhile, let’s start with the tree.
The olive tree is one of the most long-lived trees, in fact it can live for several hundred years; under favorable conditions it is capable of reaching 1,000 years of age. The roots are very powerful, and they remain above ground and never go deeper than 1 meter. Olive leaves are very small and bright green.The fruit, the olive, has an oval shape and can weigh up to 3 grams.
Let's focus on the properties of the leaves
They are a true natural antibiotic; they are particularly rich in properties. Indeed:
- Are able to fight off viruses and infections and protect the body from various flu and colds
- Are a valuable support for the immune system
- They act on the cardiovascular system and rebalance cholesterol
- also have effects:antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, energizing.
- among other things, olive tree extract has also been shown to be particularly valuable and useful in keeping diabetes at bay
- Finally, it seems that these leaves, by decoction, we are a very valuable remedy that can prevent bone problems and osteoporosis due to the presence of oleuropein.
A very simple way to use olive leaves is to prepare a decoction.
What is needed?
5 grams of dried leaves for each cup of decoction you want to prepare. Let the leaves boil in the water, strain, let cool and drink.
You can find the leaves in herbal shops, and also ask for use that advice on how and why to use them.
Some advice
Consumption of these leaves is not recommended for those suffering from low blood pressure. But you can always ask your doctor.
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