Lets talk about Olives. Are they a fruit or a vegetable? Most people probably would not know that olives come from a fruit called a drupe. Most importantly, their high fat content makes them a different and unique kind of fruit.

There are a variety of olives. They are unique in their own flavor and offer several health benefits:

Here are some benefits:

1. They are full of rich phytonutrients. They are known for being high in vitamin E content, antioxidants, cardiovascular and cancer-fighting.
2. Contain oleic acid. Helps decrease inflammation, blood pressure, and cholesterol.
3. Are a rich source of iron, cooper, and calcium and many other plant compounds.
4. Olives can even relieve pain! They inhibit the growth of enzymes that create inflammation and thus work as natural pain reliever.
5. They also work as a natural probiotic. The phenolic compounds in olives can increase the number of good bifidobacterial, which produce vitamins and antibacterial chemicals in the gut health.

In conlusion, they offer so many benefits!

Olives are a low-calorie snack. Great option to add to your salads, pastas and even pizza!

Some are stuffed with almonds, peppers, garlic, or cheeses. It goes far beyond just black olives and green olives.

Always read the labels and look for organic olives that don’t have any added sodium.

I personally enjoy eating them! My favorites are the stuffed with almonds and peppers.

Next time preparing your salad or cheeseboard consider adding olives!

Enjoy!

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