Evergreen trees, such as the olive tree, are characterized by keeping their leaves throughout the year, that is, it is very difficult for the tree to lose all its leaves at the same time as it is gradually renewed throughout the year, while some leaves fall others grow.
The evergreen olive leaf measures about 8 centimeters, is usually green, on the bright side and on the whitish underside; the flowers are usually 4 petals, and they are small, white and have a strong smell.
History and tradition
The use of the dried leaves of the olive tree was generated from ancient Egypt for therapeutic and medicinal purposes, currently its use and application is continued since it has many benefits for the cardiovascular and immune system.
An advantage of the use or consumption of extracts of the evergreen olive leaf is that it has oleuropein, a substance that suggests the reduction of blood glucose levels and the prevention and treatment of diabetes.
Likewise, it improves the immune system, prevents arthritis and neurodegenerative diseases, controls blood pressure, has antiviral properties and prevents certain types of cancer; these properties make of this leaf an incredible medicinal plant.
Virtues of the evergreen olive leaf
Another of the qualities of olive leaves is that they contain flavonoids and polyphenols, are substances that prevent cell degeneration and reduce the possibility of developing tumors. On the other hand, it is important to know that the use of the evergreen olive leaf or olive oil brings with it some side effects despite all the benefits that it provides.
In the case of people suffering from fatigue, it is not advisable to use the olive tree because it lowers the pressure and increases the fatigue of the person who consumes it; it is also not advisable to give high doses to children since it can cause diarrhea.
