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Product Information Also known as: OLEUROPEIN Increases Blood Circulation to the Heart, lowers Blood Pressure in Hypertension patients, inhibits many types of Detrimental Bacteria, inhibits/kills many types of Intestinal Parasites including, many types of Detrimental Microorganisms, suppresses many types of Viruses, helps to suppress the replication of the HIV virus implicated in (AIDS), inhibits the Epstein-Barr Virus and inhibits Herpes Simplex Viruses. Inhibits Polio viruses. Interferes with the ability of Viruses to cause infections and interferes with the ability of Viruses to replicate, is a potent Anti-oxidant. Alleviates Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) and alleviates Fibromyalgia and Sinusitis.
PROPRIETARY NAME (and dosage form): Olive Leaf Extract (capsules) COMPOSITION: Each capsule contains the following as active ingredients: Olive leaf extract (20% Oleuropein).......................500mg Inactive ingredients: Hypromellose (cellulose) vegetarian capsule shell (gelatin free), microcrystalline cellulose, magnesium stearate (vegetarian – flow agent), magnesium silicate, silicon dioxide and colloidal silicon dioxide. Contains no colourants, preservatives, lactose, gluten, yeast, starch or artificial fillers. Contains plant extracts and natural fillers, with no colourants added - therefore the colour of the capsule contents may vary slightly from batch to batch. PHARMACOLOGICAL ACTION: Olive leaf extract has a wide number of consituents, including oleuropien and several types of flavonoids. Oleuropein is a polyphenolic fraction that is the most important component of the olive leaf and have stong anti-oxidant properties. Studies show that oleuropein inhibits LDL oxidation, which explains its role in the prevention of coronary heart disease. Olive leaf extract has been shown to be effective in killing bacteria, fungus and viruses. Oleuropeoside has been shown to have vasodilatory effects on vascular muscle epothelium. Olive leaf is believed to have hypoglyceamic activity through two mechanisms: the potentiation of glucose-induced insulin release, and increased peripheral uptake of glucose. Studies show that oleuropein enhances thermogenesis increasing UCP1 content in IBAT and noradrenaline and adrenaline secretions. INDICATIONS: Olive leaf contains an anti-oxidant known as oleuropein which has anti-bacterial, anti-viral and anti-parasitic effects. Oleuropein is also useful in the management of metabolic syndrome, also known as syndrome X, characterised by high blood sugar, high blood pressure, high cholesterol and weight gain. CONTRA-INDICATIONS: There are no known contra-indications. WARNINGS: Do not exceed recommended dosages unless on the advice of a healthcare provider. Do not use this product if you are allergic to any of the ingredients. If you are on any medication or suffering from any medical condition, it is advisable to seek medical advice before starting any new medicine, supplement or remedy. INTERACTIONS: Antidiabetes medicines: Theoretically, concurrent use of olive leaf extract may have blood glucose lowering effects. Monitor blood glucose levels closely. Some antidiabetes medicines include glimepiride, glyburide, insulin, pioglitazone, rosiglitazone and others. Antihypertensive medicines: Theoretically concomitant use with olive leaf may enhance blood pressure-lowering effects. PREGNANCY AND BREAST-FEEDING: Safety during pregnancy and breast-feeding has not been established, do not use. DOSAGE AND DIRECTIONS FOR USE: Adults and children over 12 years of age: Take 1-2 capsules twice daily or as recommended by a healthcare provider. This dose can be doubled for acute infections. Children 7-12 years of age: Take 1 capsule once or twice daily. Take with meals. SIDE EFFECTS AND SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS: Side effects: Orally, olive leaf is well-tolerated, but can irritate the stomach lining and should be taken with meals. Special precautions: Diabetes: Olive leaf might lower blood glucose. Monitor glucose and adjust therapy accordingly. Blood pressure: Olive leaf may reduce blood pressure. Individuals using blood pressure medications should do so with caution. KNOWN SYMPTOMS OF OVERDOSAGE AND PARTICULARS OF ITS TREATMENT: Treatment should be symptomatic and supportive. In the case of accidental overdose of the product, contact the nearest hospital or poison control centre. IDENTIFICATION: Clear vegetarian capsule shell (size 0) containing green contents. PRESENTATION: White HDPE container with white HDPE screw cap and seal for protection. STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS: Store in a cool dry place, out of the reach of children.
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