The spring is coming, the days will brighten up, the weather will (hopefully) turn a bit warmer and we all can bask in an increased amount of Vitamin-giving sunshine. Despite this, colds and flu will still remain a constant threat. Although the peak season is typically in winter, such viruses can be caught all year round. This is why it’s important for us all to think about giving our immune systems some added support – something that Olive leaf extract may help with.
How Does Olive Leaf Extract Support Your Wellbeing?
During ancient times, the olive tree was commonly known as ‘the tree of life’ because of its apparent health-giving powers. More modern times have given us scope to investigate the roots behind these vivid titles, to better understand why they may have positive effects on our wellbeing.
The leaves of the olive tree contain a chemical compound called Polyphenols that have been researched to show a positive impact on our immune systems. One of the phenols contained within OLE is Oleuropein that has been shown in laboratory studies to perform effectively against an arrayof immune illness-causing microbes,including those that are a cause of flu and other similar infections. Olive Leaf Extract has also shown that it may have benefits towards our cardiovascular health by maintaining healthy blood pressure and cholesterol levels.
Throughout the year,the average adult will catch 2-4 colds–in children it can be as many as 10, so it’s clear that we all need extra support to help us to experience a better standard of living. Aside from the immune support provided by Olive Leaf Extract with added zinc and copper, we can all take steps to reduce the chances of our immune systems being affected by cold viruses...
Reducing The Risks of Catching A Cold
The misconception with ‘the common cold’ is that it is caused by a drop in temperature – in fact, the term actually refers to the effects that the viruses have on our bodies; the runny noses, the sneezing, coughing, headaches and the chills we feel. It’s actually the viruses that are passed from person-to-person that is the cause of colds, not the temperature itself.
However, although it isn’t directly responsible for the illness,reserch has indicated that cold weather does provide a preferable environment for many ‘cold’ viruses to thrive. This is may be why cold viruses are such fixture of the winter season. Unfortunately, there is no cure for the common cold. What we can do, is to take steps and try to avoid catching one in the first place; here are some tips on reducing the chances of catching one:
Wash your hands, regularly
Be aware of your surroundings (and keep yours clean)
Stay fit and healthy
Don’t share towels, or even household items (such as cups).
Don’t touch your eyes and nose, if you do come into contact with the virus.
Olive leaf extract is an immune and cardiovascular support product par excellence!