Q. What scientific research
has been done into the effectiveness of Olive Leaf Extract?
A.Click
here to access a comprehensive list of scientific research papers, books and medical reports from across the
world on the benefits of Olive Leaf Extract.
Q. Is Olive Leaf Australia's Extract made from
fresh or dried foliage?
A. Unlike most extracts on the market, Olive Leaf Australia's Extract
is made directly from the fresh, 'alive' leaves, making the key
ingredients easily bio-available (usable by the body). It is never
made from dried leaves or reconstituted from powders.
Q. Does Olive Leaf Australia's Extract need
refrigeration after opening?
A. No. However, keeping the product
away from direct sunlight in a cool place will protect its active
ingredients from deterioration. A cool cupboard or refrigerator
is a suitable place to do this.
Q. What is the shelf life of Olive Leaf Australia's
Extract?
A. Due to the efficiency and care
taken in our proprietary extraction method, the effective shelf
life is two years. For your peace of mind, all bottles are marked
with a 'Best Before' date.
Q. Can I use your fresh-picked Olive Leaf Extract during pregnancy and breast feeding?
A. We have no research to show that Olive Leaf Extract would be harmful if used during pregnancy and breast feeding but we would recommend that that you seek the advice of a health care practitioner prior to doing so. There are many ladies who take the extract during pregnancy and breast feeding without any problems but this is their personal choice and not something that we can advise on.
Q. Can your fresh-picked Olive Leaf Extract be given to children under two years of age?
A. We have no research to show that fresh-picked Olive Leaf Extract would be harmful to young children but we would recommend that that you seek the advice of a health care practitioner before giving Olive Leaf Extract to a child under two years of age. We know of many parents who give the extract to their children under two years of age with no problems at all but this is a personal choice and not something that we can advise on.
Q. Is Olive Leaf Australia's Extract available
in health food stores and chemists?
A. Yes. Our bright yellow labeled olive leaf extract is available Australia-wide
through health stores and selected pharmacies. Click
here to find your nearest outlet.
Q. How do I order Olive Leaf Australia's Extract?
A. Simply contact us by phone +61
(07) 5424 6771 or fax +61 (07) 5424 6772 or email: olea@olea.com.au and we will refer you to your nearest supplier or distributor.
Q. How should I take Olive Leaf Australia's
Extract?
A. Most people take 5ml (one teaspoon)
three times per day with food. If you find the extract's bittersweet
flavour too strong, simply dilute it with fruit juice or wash it
down with water. Due to their smaller size, children (over two years)
can take 2.5ml (half teaspoon) two to three times per day with food
or juice. Taking the extract on an empty stomach 30 minutes before
food will allow it to be absorbed more quickly into your system
but you may find that it is too strong to be taken on an empty stomach.
Each person has their own preferred method of taking their extract.
Q. How can I use Olive Leaf Australia's Extract
topically?
A. Simply dab the pure extract onto the area. It is most effective
topically when combined with internal use on a regular basis.
Q. When can I expect results from Olive Leaf
Australia's Extract?
A. Each person is unique so there's
a wide range of individual reactions to Olive Leaf Australia's Extract. Some people will experience relief from their
particular health problems within 24 hours, while others
will take longer to experience the benefits. Our experience with
consumers of Olive Leaf Australia's Extract indicate that the majority
of people will notice a difference in their energy levels, general
health or the healing of a specific illness within 30 days. Many
people notice marked improvements in their health and energy over
the 30 day period and choose to use the extract as a regular health
supplement.
Q. Can I take Olive Leaf Australia's Extract
as a daily, ongoing part of my diet?
A. Yes. Many people use the extract
at 15mls per day for months and years on end.
Q. Are there any known side effects to taking
Olive Leaf Extract?
A. Some people occasionally
experience what is known as the Herxheimers Reaction or "Die-Off"
Effect. This is a detoxification reaction (rather than a side effect),
which occurs due to the rapid effectiveness of the extract in the
killing of large numbers of offending microbes in your body. This
leads to the need for your body to get rid of the dead microbes
(toxins) from your system, and if there is an overload, it may in
turn lead to some of the following symptoms - fatigue, diarrhoea,
headaches, muscle/joint aches or flu-like symptoms. The severity
will vary from person to person depending on the nature of their
illness, the volume of toxins in their system and the amount of
extract being taken.
Drinking plenty of water between doses will assist
your body to flush out the excess toxins and reduce any reaction.
While these reactions may be mildly unpleasant initially, they are
a sure sign that the extract is doing its work! To reduce the intensity
of any reaction you may choose to stop taking the extract for 24-48
hours and then restart on a smaller dosage. There are no toxic chemicals
used in the preparation of Olive Leaf Australia's Extract.
Q. Is Olive Leaf Australia's Extract made
from Australian olive leaves?
A. Yes, every single leaf used in Olive Leaf Australia's Extract comes
from Lakeview Olive Estate in south-east Queensland.
