Zatoun vs Breadfruit Leaf

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Zatoun

Olea europaea (leaf)

Cardiovascular

Artocarpus altilis

Cardiovascular

Zatoun

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

✅ Generally safe while nursing

Breadfruit Leaf

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

Mediterranean olive leaf used extensively in North African and Middle Eastern folk medicine for hypertension, diabetes, and antimicrobial purposes.

A Pacific Island staple tree whose leaves are used in traditional Polynesian and Caribbean medicine for hypertension and diabetes.

Active Compounds

oleuropein, hydroxytyrosol, oleacein, luteolin, apigenin

Flavonoids, Phenolic compounds, Cycloartenol, Lupeol

Traditional Uses

Hypertension, Diabetes management, Infections, Anti-inflammatory

Hypertension, Diabetes, Liver disorders, Skin infections

Modern Uses

Antihypertensive effects, Antidiabetic activity, Antimicrobial properties, Antioxidant support

Antihypertensive, Hypoglycemic, Antimicrobial, Anti-inflammatory

Adult Dosage

Leaf tea: 2-3 cups daily; 250-500mg oleuropein extract

3-5 dried leaves as tea 2x daily

Contraindications

Hypoglycemia medications, Antihypertensives, Pregnancy large doses

Hypotension, Diabetes medications, Pregnancy

Side Effects

Hypoglycemia risk, Hypotension, Mild GI effects

Hypotension, Hypoglycemia

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

Reviewed by: HerbAlly Editorial Team, Medical herbalists and healthcare professionals

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E