When it comes to the health benefits of olives, olive oil has traditionally taken centre stage. Olive oil is considered as one of the healthiest edible oils. Fitness freaks and gym goers would vouch ...

Olive leaves contain high levels of a type of antioxidant called oleuropein. Olives and olive oil contain this too, but at lower levels. Olive oil is synonymous with the Mediterranean diet, and the ...

Olive oil is synonymous with the Mediterranean diet, and the health benefits of both are well documented. Olive oil reduces the risk of heart disease, cancer, diabetes and premature death. Olives also ...

Maple trees are associated with the maple syrup that they provide. Researchers have now found that the trees could provide us with more. The extract from maple leaves can actually prevent wrinkles, ...

Researchers in Italy have shown that leaf extract from the common grapevine – Vitis vinifera – exhibits significant antiviral activity against severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV ...

Nettle leaf — also called stinging nettle or Urtica dioica— is a tall weed that grows all over the world. The name comes from the sting you get when you brush against the plant’s hairy stem and leaves ...

Eucalyptus leaves may have therapeutic benefits, from reducing discomfort to freshening breath. You can drink eucalyptus tea but avoid eucalyptus oil as it can be harmful even in small amounts.

A study reveals that licorice leaf extract is a potent bactericide and fungicide that can be used in conventional and organic agriculture. Pesticides have proven effective in protecting crop yield ...

Polyphenolic compounds present in the mango leaves are rich in anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties that play a key role in protecting the brain from oxidative stress, which is a major factor ...