How long can you keep olive leaf extract?

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Oh, that’s a good question! Olive leaf extract—yeah, it’s pretty great for, like, immune support and all that good stuff. But how long can you keep it? Well, it kinda depends on a few things.

So, if you’ve got it in liquid form, it usually lasts about two years if it's unopened. Once you crack it open, though, you’ll probably want to use it within six months to a year. You know how some things just kinda lose their oomph over time? That’s what happens here—the active compounds, like oleuropein (fancy name, right?), start breaking down.

Capsules or tablets? They last longer, usually around two to three years, especially if you store them right. And by that, I mean keeping them in a cool, dry place—not sitting on your bathroom counter where they get all steamy from your showers. Humidity is not their friend.

Oh, and the fridge! You can refrigerate the liquid stuff after opening, which helps a bit, but honestly, just keeping it in a dark, cool cupboard works fine too. Ever notice how supplements always say "store in a cool, dry place"? It’s not just for fun—it actually makes a difference!

Oh! Random side note—one time, I found an old bottle of olive leaf extract at the back of my cupboard, like, way past the expiration date. I was tempted to try it (you know, just to see?), but it smelled kinda off, so I chickened out. Moral of the story? If it smells weird or looks funky, just toss it. No need to take chances.

So yeah, stick to the expiration date, keep it stored properly, and you should be good! Makes sense, right?