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Hydroxytyrosol

Olive polyphenol for cardiovascular health.

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Overview

Olive polyphenol for cardiovascular health.

Natural sources
  • Endogenously produced or biosynthesized molecule
  • Standardized pharmaceutical- or food-grade supplement
  • Combined with cofactors that improve absorption or activity
Common forms
  • Capsule or softgel
  • Powder
  • Sublingual or buccal
  • Liposomal liquid

Mechanism of action

Potent antioxidant; LDL oxidation inhibitor.

Pathways
  • · Potent antioxidant
  • · LDL oxidation inhibitor

Effects on the body

Decreases
LDL oxidation

Organ system effects

Cardiovascular

Hydroxytyrosol supports endothelial function, lipid profile, or blood-pressure regulation in cardiovascular trials.

Brain & CNS

Hydroxytyrosol acts on hallmarks of aging including oxidative stress, mitochondrial dysfunction, and senescence signaling.

Evidence-based benefits

Reduces LDL oxidation

Moderate evidence

Potential side effects

Common
  • · GI upset
Rare
    Serious

      Drug interactions

      Prescription medications (general)
      Always disclose Hydroxytyrosol use to your prescriber — additive, antagonistic, or pharmacokinetic interactions are possible.
      minor

      Supplement interactions

      Pairs well with
      • Omega-3
        Anti-inflammatory cardiovascular synergy.
      • CoQ10
        Supports mitochondrial energetics in cardiac tissue.
      • NAD+ precursor (NMN or NR)
        Complementary mitochondrial and sirtuin support.
      Avoid combining with

      No specific avoidances listed.

      Dosing & bioavailability

      Typical dose
      15–30 mg
      Best form
      Most evidence is based on the capsule or softgel form.
      Timing
      Consistent daily timing recommended; split larger doses if GI tolerance is a concern.
      With food?
      With a meal containing fat for fat-soluble compounds; otherwise either.

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      Scientific evidence8Show studies
      Systematic reviewEFSA Journal · 2011

      EFSA olive oil polyphenols claim

      EFSA Panel

      Mechanistic review

      Key findings

      Approved health claim: 5 mg/day hydroxytyrosol protects LDL.

      Open study
      Systematic reviewPubMed (NLM) · 1970

      PubMed: Hydroxytyrosol — Reduces LDL oxidation

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      Systematic reviewPubMed (NLM) · 1970

      PubMed: Hydroxytyrosol — randomized controlled trial

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      Systematic reviewPubMed (NLM) · 1970

      PubMed: Hydroxytyrosol — meta-analysis

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      Systematic reviewPubMed (NLM) · 1970

      PubMed: Hydroxytyrosol — pharmacokinetics

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      Systematic reviewPubMed (NLM) · 1970

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      Systematic reviewPubMed (NLM) · 1970

      PubMed: Hydroxytyrosol — dose response

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      Systematic reviewGoogle Scholar · 1970

      Google Scholar: Hydroxytyrosol — clinical evidence

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      Key findings

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