Oleuropein not only lowers levels of harmful LDL, but prevents its oxidation — which is one of the first steps in the development of atherosclerosis.
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Researchers from the Netherlands then learned that elenolic acid, a component of
oleuropein, acted as a broad spectrum natural antibiotic, which safely and strongly inhibits the growth of
not only bacteria, but also viruses and fungi.
Olive oil contains many antioxidants, but the most famous is
oleuropein, a phenolic compound which
not only lowers inflammation but also free radical activity (study).
In nature, the olive is a highly resistant plant and
oleuropein is why, both through the bitter flavour which even insects can't stand to eat, and antimicrobial and antioxidant properties which allow it to withstand the elements.