Boosts cognitive vitality and optimal brain function.
Anti-oxidative
Protects your body at the cellular level.
Healthy Cholesterol
Fights bad cholesterol (LDL) in your bloodstream.
Anti-inflammatory
Mitigates inflammation to promote longevity.
Polyphenols: A Key Compound In Olive Oil
The phenolic compounds unique to extra virgin olive oil and in particular hydroxytyrosol, lead to powerful health benefits through the following mechanisms...
Phenolic compounds, such as hydroxytyrosol, protect cholesterol from oxidative damage in turn protecting the heart from harmful plaque buildup (atherosclerosis).
The evidence for this has been so strong that the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) reports: “phenolic compounds from extra virgin olive oil are powerful antioxidants and protect LDL cholesterol from oxidative damage”.¹
Antioxidative
Hydroxytyrosol neutralizes free radicals and reactive oxygen species protecting cellular molecules as lipids, proteins or DNA and affecting the development of aging, cardiovascular and neurodegenerative diseases.
Studies have shown that extracts of hydroxytyrosol and olive oil prevented oxidative DNA damage in human immune cells.²
Anti-Inflammatory
EVOO-derived phenolic compounds have been shown to reduce inflammation, a key mechanism of aging and cardiovascular disease.
In one prospective cohort study of 315 participants in the European Prospective Investigation into Cancer and Nutrition, hydroxytyrosol was significantly associated with lower levels of high-sensitivity C-reactive protein (hsCRP), a widely used marker of inflammation.³
"Those in the highest [olive oil] consumption category had 19% lower risk of cardiovascular mortality, 17% lower risk of cancer mortality, 29% lower risk of neurodegenerative mortality."
Studies have associated high olive oil consumption with an 18% reduction in heart attacks.⁴
These results are derived from a prospective cohort study that included 61,181 women from the Nurses’ Health Study (1990-2014) and 31,797 men from the Health Professionals Follow-up Study (1990-2014) who were free of cancer, heart disease, and stroke at baseline and followed for a total of 24 years.
Vascular Health
Improved Vascular health
Studies have associated high olive oil consumption with improved elasticity and flow through blood vessels.
These results are derived from a randomized controlled trial of patients with coronary artery disease treated with hydroxytyrosol-enriched olive oil and evaluated by Doppler echocardiography.⁵
Brain Health
Fewer Strokes
Studies have associated high olive oil consumption with a 26% reduction in strokes.⁶
These results are derived from a metanalysis including 38,673 participants from the PREvención con DIeta MEDiterránea (PREDIMED), the European Prospective Investigation into Cancer and Nutrition (EPIC), and the Three-City (3C) prospective cohort studies.
Medical Grade EVOO
Outer Capsule: Olivea ensures your daily dose of medical grade extra virgin olive oil sourced directly from Messinia, Greece - the home of the famed Kalamata olive.
20mg Hydroxytyrosol
Inner Capsule: We provide 20 mg of hydroxytyrosol in the inner capsule among other phenolic compounds surpassing the EFSA minimum requirements for promoting healthy cholesterol levels.
Capsule in Capsule
Olivea's Cap-in-cap technology ensures proper absorption of high amounts of hydroxytyrosol in their natural bioavailable environment.
A single olivea capsule
contains the same amount of hydroxytyrosol
as 100 tablespoons
of evoo.⁷
Scientific Citations
Scientific Opinion on the substantiation of health claims related to polyphenols in olive and protection of LDL particles from oxidative damage (ID 1333, 1638, 1639, 1696, 2865), maintenance of normal blood HDL cholesterol concentrations (ID 1639)…. EFSA Journal 2011;9:2033.
Fabiani R, et al. “Oxidative DNA Damage Is Prevented by Extracts of Olive Oil, Hydroxytyrosol, and Other Olive Phenolic Compounds in Human Blood Mononuclear Cells and HL60 Cells.” Journal of Nutrition 2008;138:1411–1416.
Harms LM, et al. “Plasma polyphenols associated with lower high-sensitivity C-reactive protein concentrations: a cross-sectional study within the European Prospective Investigation into Cancer and Nutrition (EPIC) cohort.” British Journal of Nutrition 2020;123:198–208.
Guasch-Ferré M, et al. “Olive Oil Consumption and Cardiovascular Risk in U.S. Adults.” Journal of the American College of Cardiology 2020;75:1729–1739.
Ikonomidis I, et al. “Association of hydroxytyrosol enriched olive oil with vascular function in chronic coronary disease.” European Journal of Clinical Investigation 2023;53:e13983.
Martínez-González MA, et al. “Olive oil consumption and risk of CHD and/or stroke: a meta-analysis of case–control, cohort and intervention studies.” British Journal of Nutrition 2014;112:248–259.
Vilaplana-Pèrez C, et al. “Hydroxytyrosol and Potential Uses in Cardiovascular Diseases, Cancer, and AIDS.” Frontiers in Nutrition 2014;1.
Olive oil, particularly extra virgin olive oil (EVOO), stands apart from seed oils due to its unique composition and production methods. As a fruit oil rich in monounsaturated fats and...
This comprehensive guide explores the wonders of virgin olive oil, from its ancient roots to modern-day benefits. Discover the unique production process, health advantages, and culinary versatility of this Mediterranean staple....
From protecting your heart to keeping your joints moving smoothly, olive oil is a true superfood. Its incredible antioxidant properties, thanks to compounds like hydroxytyrosol and oleuropein, can help fight...
Our Mission
Promote vascular health by increasing the amount of high-quality olive oil consumed worldwide.
