Olives Are Technically A Fruit! In fact, they are one of the most mineral rich fruits on Earth. Olives are high in calcium & magnesium which help to build bones. They also contain vitamins A, E & the rich, heart healthy oleic acid. Olives also contain protein and polyphenols which possess anti-bacterial properties.
Are Olives Fattening? They contain monounsaturated fats which are much healthier than trans fats or saturated fats found in other foods. Our bodies DO NEED some of the unsaturated fats to strengthen cell membranes, beautify the skin, and lubricate our joints & intestines.
What To Do With Olives? No salad is complete without olives. Pit them, chop them, and sprinkle them on your greens. I like to use them in my baking, for example- chop up a cup of organic olives and add them to your Whole Grain Bread dough! Did you know olives contain a protein-to-fat ratio that is similar to red meat, but none of the cholesterol? It's true!!!
~ Cara
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