Olive leaf extract and eczema, psoriasis

by Aggie Gaffney
(Albuquerque, NM)

Hello:
I was introduced to olive leaf by a naturopath and have seen many changes (for the better) in my well being, however I failed to inquire as to how long I should take my one capsule daily... Is there any set time to use it then be off for a time?? Do the conditions (eczema, psoriasis) return??
Can't find an answer...Thanks Aggie

Answer:
You do not have to stop taking olive leaf extract for set periods as its chief function is not to stimulate your immune system.

You can try not taking it and see how you do. You may find your skin troubles start to come back but you can always start again.

Eczema and Asthma

by Doris Hammond
(Santa Barbara,CA)

Question:

Does Olive Leaf extract help with eczema and asthma?

Answer:

Skin conditions are many and varied, and olive leaf seems to help with some and not with others.

Often the underlying cause of a skin condition is diet or poor gut health, rather than a topical problem.

If it has to do with diet, olive leaf will not override the cause.

If it has to do with an infection, olive leaf extract often does help but a long term solution always involves giving your body raw and probiotic-rich foods and cutting back on the refined, sugary stuff.

See the comment made by one user under "Typical Uses" for an example of a good skin result.

Olive leaf extract can help with psoriasis and eases inflammation, but eczema caused by eating foods which trigger it off does not usually respond significantly in my experience.

I believe childhood asthma often responds well when carbonated drinks, fruit juices and teas are replaced by water.
Many children drink little or no water which can result in all kinds of problems.

Olive leaf is not reputed to deal with asthma.

Does olive leaf extract help asthma?

by Neil
(Canada)

Question:
Does olive leaf extract help asthma?

Answer:
I was not aware of olive leaf extract helping with asthma until receiving an amazing testimonial posted about olive leaf extract and asthma on this website.
If you do a search by clicking on the magnifying glass, and entering asthma as the search term it will take you there.
I would not recommend such large doses immediately, but rather start small and build up to the acute dosage as indicated on the "dosage" page. You can then experiment with higher doses as your body gets used to it and if you start to feel a benefit from it as regards the asthma.