Olive and carob leaves, often relegated to simple agricultural waste in the harvesting and valorization of their precious fruits, they actually hide a treasure of properties beneficial to health, a truly generous gift from Nature. Extracted in the form of infusions or tinctures, these leaves transform into powerful allies for our health, offering a natural and safe remedy to take care of your well-being in a complete and sustainable way.
And we at “Natives-Towards the Origins”, that we have been carrying out research on the development of businesses and local economies for years, on the importance of the territory and its products and on the impact that food choices have on health and the ecosystem, we know it well, and precisely from the infusion of these precious leaves, iconic of the Ragusa countryside, we create our award-winning ULIBBO liqueur, Sicilian flavored elixir that is good for the spirit and health.
Olive leaves: a concentrate of antioxidants
Olive leaves are rich in oleuropein, a polyphenol with powerful antioxidant properties. This molecule fights free radicals, responsible for cellular aging and various chronic diseases. Olive leaf extract therefore boasts an action:
- Antibacterial and antiviral: useful for combating bacterial and viral infections, such as colds and flu.
- Anti-inflammatory: reduces chronic inflammation, relieving joint pain and symptoms of arthritis and rheumatism.
- Hypotensive: helps regulate blood pressure.
- Hypoglycemic: helps control blood sugar levels.
- Immunostimulant: strengthens the immune system, increasing the body's defenses.
Carob leaves: a panacea for the digestive system
Carob leaves are a precious source of fiber, which regulate intestinal transit and counteract constipation and diarrhea. Furthermore, contain:
- Tannins: which have an astringent and anti-inflammatory action, useful in case of intestinal inflammation and dysentery.
- Polyphenols: with antioxidant action, which fight free radicals and protect cells from damage.
- Minerals: like football, potassium and magnesium, essential for the proper functioning of the body.
Carob leaf extract therefore proves to be a valid aid for:
- Slow and difficult digestion: promotes more efficient and complete digestion.
- Abdominal swelling: counteracts gas and meteorism.
- Diarrhea: regulates intestinal transit and helps firm stools.
- High cholesterol: helps reduce blood cholesterol levels.
Not just iconic beauty, olives and carobs, but also a lot of health from what is usually a waste and which can give so much for the well-being of the spirit and body.