Home / Exercise & fitness / Nutrition / Antioxidants / Olive leaf

Antioxidants - Olive leaf

Adding olive leaf to your diet on a daily basis can be one of the most beneficial moves to make. Olive leaf will act as an antioxidant in the body, helping to fight off the damage that free radicals do on a daily basis.

We encounter these free radicals regularly, whether it is through second hand smoke, smog, or any other toxins that are floating around in the atmosphere. The more you can do to protect yourself against these, the healthier you will become.

Some of the major benefits that individuals see when they start introducing olive leaf into their daily diets are:

  • a decrease in blood pressure levels
  • a reduction in blood sugar levels
  • decreased feelings of fatigue
  • improved immune system; therefore, an enhanced ability to fight off infections and colds
  • a general purification of the body
  • helping to ward off fungus and viruses
  • fighting bacteria

It is important to consult with a physician before you start taking olive leaf however, because since it can affect blood sugar levels, those who are on certain medications meant to regulate this, may experience negative interactions.

For the general public though, this benefit is highly desirable because having stable blood sugar levels will help to prevent feelings of hunger and the energy highs and lows that are associated with varying levels of sugar in the blood.

So, be sure you do not overlook the advantages this powerful leaf can offer you.



Exercise & fitness
Exercise basics
Exercise benefits
Nutrition
Antioxidants •
Bilberries •
Beta-carotene •
Ginkgo bilboa •
Melatonin •
Olive leaf •
Selenium •
Green Tea •
Healthy eating •
Minerals •
Supplements •
Vitamins •
Specialist fitness
Personal training
Fitness classes
Fitness goals
Fitness guides
Gyms & clubs
Health & Fitness links
Leisure Jobs
Personal trainers
Sports shop
Useful tools
Sports & fitness articles


  Bookmark this page | Contact Us | Advertise on Gymuser.co.uk

Terms & Conditions | Privacy statement

All content is Copyright © Gymuser 1999 - 2015




The information that you find on GymUser whether it's relating to exercise, fitness, or health is purely for information and is not intended to replace professional or medical advice. GymUser does not offer any medical advice or information across it sites or within it's newsletters.

If at any time you feel ill you should consult your doctor or GP. Likewise we recomend that before you undertake any form of fitness, exercise or even weight loss programs.