Medicinal Benefits of Olive Leaf (Olea europaea L.)—Homestead Herbalist

A powerful ancient medicinal herb

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Whenever I think of olive trees, I imagine myself walking through olive groves in Israel or another Mediterranean country. Olives are extensively spoken about in the Bible—from oil to food. But olives and olive leaves are incredibly medicinal. Could it be that God knew what He was doing when He made olives and olive oil so sought after in ancient times?

There are many different medicinal uses for olive leaf (Olea europaea L.), especially. Most recently, it has been scientifically proven as a very effective antibacterial and antiviral herb used against SARS-CoV-2 and other aggressive respiratory issues. Let’s go over the actions of this herb, as well as the safety, dosage, and medicinal history.