What is Olea Europaea?
Olea Europaea, also known as an olive tree, has been grown for centuries for its healing properties. Olea Europaea, rich in symbolism and practicality, is indigenous for the Mediterranean and parts of Asia, Europe and Africa. Practicing holistic medicine and herbalists use fruit, oil and leaves Olea Europaea for various medicinal use. The well -known advantages of versatile olive oil have become increasingly popular both as a healthy culinary ingredient and a home medicine.
honored in the Greek myth, Olea Europaea was originally grown on the Greek island of Crete, where it was said that the trees ripened up to 200 years. Different parts of the olive tree have long been associated with religious and virtuous symbolism. Olive oil is often used in religious ceremonies for purification and initiation purposes, and in some cases they are worn in a small container as a talisman. The branch of the olive tree is connected by reconciliation and good will, although the origin of this affinity is not known. During the Olympic Games are prominent leaves of the olive tree SPOJeny with honor and victory when they are woven to the crown.
The olive tree is evergreen, which matures to a height of almost 30 feet (9.4 m). The permanent Olea Europaea, characterized by its rubber leaves and greenish flowers, belongs to the Oleaceae family. The leaves collected from Olea Europaea are reportedly to have higher concentrations of their active ingredients, including Leine, Oleasterol and Oleoropin in addition to beneficial triterpens and flavonoids.
Traditional applications for leaves include a circulation tonic, diuretic, antioxidant and astringency. Historically, prepared as decoction or tea, leaves were used to treat numerous disorders, including blood sugar control in diabetics, alleviaing hypertension and treatment of bladder and bladder inflammation. Holistic medicine experts use the use of leaves for the treatment of arrhythmia and rheumatism, as well as its traditional above applications.
oil sophisticatedFrom the olive tree it is traditionally used as a soothing ointment and laxative. Common components in soaps include the active ingredients of olive oil vitamins E, A and K, flavonoids and phenolic compounds. Diet advantages of oil are available in different stages that it contains no cholesterol, trans -tk or sodium. Holistic medicine uses olive oil to treat conditions including constipation, digestive problems and atherosclerosis. Olive oil is also a popular component of commercial and domestic products for beauty and skin care.
The antioxidant properties of olive oil are beneficial to support the elasticity of the skin and disrupt the harmful effects of polluting substances in the environment. Olive oil acts well as a component for most essential oils as a neutral support oil. When adding to a bath or humidifier, olive oil is good for mature, dry or sensitive skin types. Combined with lemon juice, olive oil is beneficial to nail to strengthen the fragile dry nails. Folder in someRych lip balms, olive oil relieves cracked lips when applied before bedtime.
The fruit of the olive tree contains in addition to active ingredients that have leaves and oil Olea Europaea, vitamins and minerals. Many B of vitamins, vitamin E and minerals such as zinc, copper and magnesium, contribute to the health benefits of olives, especially in relieving menopausal symptoms, promoting cell regeneration and relieving constipation. Unlike other parts of the olive tree, the fruit contains a high sodium level that can contribute to water retention with excessive consumption.