When it comes to the health benefits of olives, olive oil has traditionally taken centre stage. Olive oil is considered as one of the healthiest edible oils. Fitness freaks and gym goers would vouch ...

Olive leaves contain high levels of a type of antioxidant called oleuropein. Olives and olive oil contain this too, but at lower levels. Olive oil is synonymous with the Mediterranean diet, and the ...

A study reveals that licorice leaf extract is a potent bactericide and fungicide that can be used in conventional and organic agriculture. Pesticides have proven effective in protecting crop yield ...

Maple trees are associated with the maple syrup that they provide. Researchers have now found that the trees could provide us with more. The extract from maple leaves can actually prevent wrinkles, ...

George Lewith receives funding the Technology strategy board for this project. Mulberry leaves have been used in traditional Chinese medicine for several millennia and its use was first recorded in ...

Researchers in Italy have shown that leaf extract from the common grapevine – Vitis vinifera – exhibits significant antiviral activity against severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV ...

Polyphenolic compounds present in the mango leaves are rich in anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties that play a key role in protecting the brain from oxidative stress, which is a major factor ...

Eucalyptus leaves may have therapeutic benefits, from reducing discomfort to freshening breath. You can drink eucalyptus tea but avoid eucalyptus oil as it can be harmful even in small amounts.