Olive have a
plethora of health benefits and they also have a very high content of Vitamin
E. Olives and their oil contain many unique phenolic and aromatic compounds, including oleuroperin and flavonoids. There are over
ten varieties of olives, based on the region they are harvested and the way
they are cured. We rarely consume olives raw due to their bitter taste. Now let’s take a closer look at the benefits of adding olives and
olive oil to your diet.
- Eating olives will help to boost your iron intake because they contain substantial amount of iron which is the key factor in the formation of hemoglobin.
- Olives and olive oil may also be effective in the prevention and treatment of asthma, cancer, and arthritis.
- Olives also protect against ulcers. They help to combat the bacteria responsible for causing stomach ulcers.
- Olives can be consumed in so many ways. They can be used in salads, sandwiches or meat and casserole toppings.
- They protect against colon, breast and skin cancer.
- They are also good for your heart
- Although olives bring a lot of health benefits you should be mindful of the quantities we eat.
- It stimulates the production of hydrochloric acid in the stomach.
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