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The olive tree (Olea europaea L.) has been used for culinary purposes for millennia; and, perhaps for medicinal purposes nearly as long. The leaves of the olive tree are utilized in traditional herbal medicine in many Mediterranean and European countries. You can find olive leaves being made into products like extracts, powder, and in herbal teas. And, yes, you can use olive leaf extracts for Candida infections. Olive leaf extract (OLE) contains chemicals such as phenols and flavonoids. The combination of the natural phytochemicals in OLE, lends it the ability to put a stop to aggravating Candida yeast. So, if you have a yeast infection, this is one proven natural remedy that will get rid of the problem.
Other parts of the olive plant, aside from the leaves, may also be useful for use medicinally. The types of phenolic compounds (phenolic compounds are widely present phytochemicals that are contained in most plant tissues, including vegetables and fruits) found in the olive plant’s fruit, leaves, and seeds differ markedly. The seeds of the olive plant show a high antioxidant activity; which may make olive seeds a great natural source of antioxidants.
Research on Olive Leaf Extract’s Effect on Candida
A study published in the journal Molecules [12.5 (2007): 1153-1162], determined the chemical makeup of OLE (made from Olea europaea) and found how it affected Candida albicans. The important finding of the study was that 5 mg / mL of OLE reduced the growth of Candida albicans to just 30% of its normal growth rate. A higher concentration of OLE will, in fact, totally terminate the growth of Candida—as other studies will demonstrate. Also of note, was the study found some of phenolic compounds (which are likely the primary reason OLE derived with water can affect microorganisms) of their OLE. The study’s OLE was derived by boiling powdered olive leaves in water; and, the researchers found that the chemical makeup of their OLE differed from extracts derived with methanol as a solvent. So if you're boiling your own crushed olive leaves in water to create an extract, you may find their effectiveness is similar to the results this study showed. The chart below is from the study and relates the phenols present in the OLE the researchers created.
It is interesting to note that oleuropein, the most abundant phenolic compound in the 2007 Molecules study’s OLE, does not have any activity against Candida. A study demonstrating this was published in Applied Microbiology [26.5 (1973): 777-782]. The study found that the several different types of yeast, one of which was Candida, were not inhibited at all in the presence of oleuropein. So, as the researchers in the 2007 Molecules study states, methanol derived OLE will have more flavonoids in it. It is possible that certain flavonoids and phenols both arrest Candida development.
Another study, published in Annals of Microbiology [56.4 (2006): 359-362], found that just a few micrograms of OLE per milliliter of solvent totally killed the Candida it was tested on. The study found that about 30 mcg / mL of OLE would kill off Candida. The study used ethanol, ethyl acetate, and acetone to dissolve the olive leaf material in to create their extracts. So, this study demonstrates the efficacy of ethanol derived OLE against Candida.
A final study, published in the journal Mycoses [46.3?4 (2003): 132-136], also demonstrates the ability of OLE to terminate the most vigorous pathogen in the Candida genus: Candida albicans. The researchers found that a 15% concentration of OLE would totally kill Candida albicans after 24 hours of incubation. The researchers created their OLE by using water—not an alcohol. So this should give you some idea of how homemade OLE, made with water, will work to get rid of a yeast infection. The study also found that a 0.6% concentration of OLE would kill almost all the bacteria it was tested on in just 3 hours; demonstrating the antibacterial efficacy of this natural remedy.
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Visit Official Site!Other Health Benefits of Olive Leaf Extract
Olive leaves have been used in traditional medicine in the Mediterranean region for some time. Studies conducted on animals seem to suggest that olive leaves can ameliorate certain human health conditions; such as: hyperlipidemia, diabetes, hypertension, and various cardiovascular diseases. Since OLE does possess some degree of antioxidant capability; such health benefits could be a result of this trait. Although oleuropein is not active against Candida, it may play an important role in giving OLE its potential medicinal value. A study giving a fairly thorough overview of the possible health benefits of OLE, was published in Nutrition Reviews [67.11 (2009): 632-638]. The authors of the study concluded that more research into the bioactivity of OLE chemical constituents and proper dosage techniques were necessary at the time of the study’s publishing.
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Visit Official Site!Dosage for Olive Leaf Extract
The University of Maryland Medical Center recommended taking a standardized olive leaf extract (Olea europaea) of 250 to 500 mg, 1 to 3 times per day, for treating fungal infections and immunity. They also suggested using teas made from olive leaves. Olive leaf can lower your blood pressure and blood sugar levels. So if you have high blood pressure or diabetes, you may want to run the idea of taking this natural remedy by a professional herbalist or physician, before you start taking it internally.
For topical use, you may want to use something similar to what the aforementioned studies used. Remember one study found 30 mcg / mL (alcohol derived) of OLE killed Candida. Another study found 5 mg / mL (water derived) drastically reduced Candida growth. For total termination of the yeast, you should try to use 10 mg / mL concentration of water derived OLE when you use it topically. Try mixing it into honey or coconut oil for an even more effective cure. Also, add in some antifungal herbs or essential oils if you have them; this should really supercharge your natural treatment!
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Visit Official Site!A Natural, 12 Hour Yeast Infection Cure
According to a research paper published in Clinical Microbiology Reviews [12.1 (1999): 80-96], Candida species are quite ubiquitous organisms. Candida are most frequently present in the mouth; and, live in 31% to 55% of healthy people. The species that causes approximately 70% to 80% of all Candida infections is C. albicans.
The Chinese Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology [2011 Jul;46(7):496] reports there appears to be a correlation between intestinal Candida infections and vaginal yeast infections. And, this provides a clue, as to why yeast infections in general, can reoccur.
This study states, in 148 cases of vaginal candida infections, 33.1% of the women were infected in both the intestines and vaginal area. The recurrence rate of yeast infections, in women with simultaneous intestinal infection, was significantly higher than for women who did not have an intestinal infection. This study concluded that vaginal yeast infections are highly associated with simultaneous intestinal Candida infection.
As research appears to indicate, systemic Candida infections can and do happen. A more systemic Candida infection may primarily get a foothold in the intestines; and cause a wide array of problems. If your yeast infections keep happening, a systemic Candida problem may be why.
One woman who suffered from a systemic Candida infection, for about 12 years, was Linda Allen. The systemic Candida infection that attacked Linda caused a wide range of health problems in addition to yeast infections. Some of these problems, Linda describes in her own words in the following quote:
To be honest, it was hard to pinpoint exactly what was wrong: I wasn’t really sick, but I wasn’t really well either. I had listlessness, fatigue, brain fog, stomach ailments, unexplained rashes, skin infections, and so on. It seemed like every day brought a new challenge.
My energy was sapped and I felt exhausted, which affected my grades and put a big dent in my social life.
Linda Allen’s symptoms included an embarrassing vaginal discharge, severe itching, and burning sensations. Her infections were difficult to deal with, and Linda’s health problems cost her financially as well. Linda states these infections of Candida can become excruciating when they happen as frequently as a menstrual period.
Yet, Linda spent a great deal of time in research; and even questioned health professionals who were kind enough to share some time with her. Linda even tried an array of purported "cures." Although it took a while, eventually, Linda put together a natural treatment plan she hoped would solve her Candida situation.
After spending about a year refining her new approach, Linda tried her system on herself. It worked amazingly well. Linda even returned to a few medical doctors to get tested for the presence of infections. These tests revealed all indicators of infection had vanished! Linda was indeed well again, after such a long, difficult journey.
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