June 1- National Olive Day
June 1-National Olive Day
Every June 1st we celebrate one of the world’s oldest fruits.
A symbol we receive from this delicious fruit is the olive branch. As a symbol of peace, hope, love and friendship.
We find them in cocktails and loaves of bread. We eat them whole as snacks, use them as toppings, include them on relish trays and even use them as a garnish for many foods. They are one of the most versatile foods we eat.
Around the world, approximately 500 different varieties of olives are cultivated. Their flavors range from sweet to bitter and also come in a range of colors and sizes, too.
HEALTH BENEFITS OF OLIVE
Olives are very high in vitamin E and other powerful antioxidants.
There are many benefits of using olive;the leaves,the seeds,the fruits or the oil.
Here are some interesting olive health facts:
1.Olives eliminate excess cholesterol in the blood.
2.Olives control blood pressure.
3.Olives are a source of dietary fibre as an alternative to fruits and vegetables.
4.Olives are a great source of Vitamin E
5. Olives act as an antioxidant, protecting cells
6.Olives reduce the effects of degenerative diseases like Alzheimer’s, benign and malignant tumours, including less serious varicose veins and cavities
7.Olives help prevent blood clots that could lead to a myocardial infarction or deep vein thrombosis (DVT)
8.Olives protect cell membranes against diseases like cancer
9. Olives are a great protection against anaemia
10. Olives enhances fertility and reproductive system
11. Olives play an important role in maintaining a healthy immune system, especially during oxidative stress and chronic viral diseases
12. Olives are nutritious and rich in mineral content as sodium, potassium, magnesium, iron, phosphorus and iodine
13. Olives provide essential vitamins and amino acids.
14. Olives contain oleic acid, which has beneficial properties to protect the heart.
15. Olives oil contain oleocanthal, a substance with anti-inflammatory agents that can act as a natural Ibuprofen.
16. Olives contain polyphenols, a natural chemical that reduce oxidative stress in the brain. So by eating a daily serving of olives helps improve your memory by up to 25%.
17. Olive is a great source of iron 1olive– 4.4mg of iron
18. Eating olives can improve the appearance of wrinkles by 20% since they contain oleic acid, which keeps skin soft and healthy.
19. By eating just 10 olives before a meal, you can reduce your appetite by up to 20%. This is because the monounsaturated fatty acids contained in olives slow down the digestion process and stimulate the hormone cholecystokinin, a hormone that sends messages of fullness to the brain. Not only does it do that, but it also helps your body to stimulate the production of adiponectin, a chemical that burns fat for up to five hours after ingestion.
A tablespoon of standard olive oil contains the following nutrients, among others:
Energy: 119 calories
Total fat: 13.5 g (including 9.85 g monounsaturated fatty acids, 1.42 g polyunsaturated fatty acids, and 1.86 g saturated fatty acids)
iron: 0.08 mg
vitamin E: 1.94 mg
vitamin K: 8.13 µg
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