What is avocado leaf extract?
Avocado leaf extract is produced from the leaves of the avocado tree (Persea americana). It is different from avocado oil or the edible fruit and is valued for its naturally occurring plant compounds.
Is avocado leaf the same as avocado fruit?
No. The fruit and the leaves are different parts of the same plant. Food supplements containing avocado leaf use extracts prepared specifically from the leaves.
What naturally occurring compounds do avocado leaves contain?
Avocado leaves naturally contain flavonoids, polyphenols and other antioxidant plant compounds that contribute to their unique botanical profile.
Why is avocado leaf used in food supplements?
Avocado leaf extract is commonly included in nutritional formulations designed to support heart health and healthy circulation alongside complementary botanical ingredients.
Which part of the avocado tree is used?
Food supplements use carefully prepared extracts from the leaves of the avocado tree rather than the fruit.
