A NOTE FROM SABRINA
WHY WE CREATED OLIVEA
Wellness has always been part of my DNA — from flamenco and tennis as a child, to daily gym sessions and a major health-obsession as an adult. Every decision I make is rooted in taking care of my body.
In 2021, my world fell apart when my dad passed away suddenly from a heart attack. He was only 56. No warnings, no history of heart problems — he was just gone.
My family and I were heartbroken, confused, and left with so many unanswered questions.
As I tried to make sense of it all, I started digging deeper into vascular health.
That's when I learned something shocking: 1 in 3 people worldwide die from vascular-related diseases or complications. It’s the kind of thing no one talks about, yet affects almost EVERYONE.
It was right around that time when I came across some incredible scientific research behind extra virgin olive oil.
I learned that the phenolic compounds in high-quality EVOO don’t just reduce the risk of heart attacks and strokes — they attack the problem at it's core by preventing LDL oxidation, the first step in plaque formation.
Unfortunately, I also realized this simple, natural ingredient, so central to the Mediterranean diet, was almost nonexistent in daily Western lifestyles.
With the help of my friend Constantine, a Harvard-trained cardiologist from Greece, and his friend Leo, whose family has been producing olives for generations, we started developing Olivea.
At Olivea, our mission is simple: to bring the wisdom of the world’s Blue Zones into daily life — and protect the most vital system in your body: your vascular health.
Backed by science and rooted in nature, Olivea exists to give you and your loved ones a simple, powerful way to live longer, healthier, and happier lives.
Sabrina Avila | Founder
Sabrina's obsession with vascular health started with her father's sudden heart attack, which led her to search for an all-natural way to prevent life's unknowns.
With a background in health, brand, technology, and hospitality, she brings a multidisciplinary approach to her mission of making longevity accessible.
Dr. Constantine Tarabanis | Medical Advisor
Dr. Tarabanis graduated from Harvard College, before earning a medical degree from Harvard Medical School, and is a board-certified internist.
Now a cardiology fellow at Mass General Brigham-Harvard Medical School, his research spans drug development, vascular tissue engineering, and AI applications in cardiology.
Dr. Joel Kahn | Medical Advisor
Dr. Kahn earned his BA and MD from the University of Michigan, and is a board-certified cardiologist.
A Clinical Professor of Medicine at Wayne State University and founder of the Kahn Center for Cardiac Longevity, he is a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology whose work spans preventive cardiology, plant-based nutrition, and vascular health.
Messenia, Greece
Where It Started
At Olivea, our commitment to quality is amplified by our close partnership with Konstantopoulos S.A. “Olymp”, a global leader in the production and export of Greek olives and olive oil.
With over 60 years of expertise, Olymp collaborates with more than 5,000 select farmers across Greece to source only the finest olives.
Their state-of-the-art facilities, located in the iconic regions of Kalamata and Chalkidiki, use cutting-edge technology to ensure the highest production standards while honoring the rich tradition of olive cultivation.
This partnership allows us to bring you an ultra-premium olive oil — one that reflects decades of agricultural heritage, innovation, and the heart of Mediterranean longevity.
