NOW Foods Olive Leaf Extract 500mg

NOW Foods · Capsule · 500 mg

Price/day

€0.37

Dose

500 mg

Servings/pack

Pack price

€22.00

Transparency Index

7.7/10

Recommended Reliable olive leaf extract with a defined oleuropein content.

Rating breakdown

Evidence for ingredient 7.0/10

Oleuropein and hydroxytyrosol have antioxidant activity and may positively influence blood pressure markers.

Value for money 8.0/10

€0.37 per standardized capsule is fair for brand-quality raw materials.

Product quality 8.0/10

NOW tests every batch for pesticides, heavy metals, and identity.

Label honesty 8.0/10

Declares oleuropein content and lists all excipients.

Third-party testing 7.0/10

GMP-certified and internal tests available, but no USP seal.

Product Description

Each capsule contains 500 mg olive leaf extract standardized to 6% oleuropein. Raw materials are sourced from Mediterranean growing regions and encapsulated in the USA under GMP conditions.

What We Like

Standardized: Consistent oleuropein content
Non-GMO: No genetically modified plants
Broad applications: Cardiovascular, immune, and antioxidant support
Reputable manufacturer: NOW has solid supplier audits

What We’re Missing

Only 6% oleuropein: Higher standardization would be preferable for therapeutic use
No sport certification: Residual uncertainty for professional athletes

Usage Recommendation

1 capsule twice daily with meals. For immune protocols, temporarily increase to 3 capsules spread throughout the day.

Ingredient dossier

Hydroxytyrosol is an olive polyphenol studied for oxidative stress and vascular markers. One of the few EFSA-approved polyphenol claims.

Read full dossier: Hydroxytyrosol →