The 8 Health Benefits of Olives + Tips
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Although they are small, olives still contain a lot of nutritional value. It is therefore not surprising that olives played a major role in the diet of many traditional societies from around the world.
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Olives are of course particularly known for being used for the production of olive oil. But olives themselves offer a lot more health because of their rich content of vitamin E, antioxidants and the large amount of phytonutrients. However, that's by no means all these little fruits have to offer.
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In this article I am going to highlight the 8 best health benefits of olives and also give you tips on how to choose the best and tastiest olives in the store.
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11 minMain dishpeanut oil, tofu stir-fry cubes finely seasoned, stir fry sauce sweet and sour, thick noodles, carrot julienne, beetroot julienne, yellow bell pepper, watercress,rainbow salad with tofu -
45 minMain dishRed cabbage, mild olive oil, quinoa plus, forest outing, lemon, sesame oil, soy sauce less salt, Bio Today tahini white in pot, tap water,grilled red cabbage with quinoa salad -
30 minDessertBrie, Roquefort, port salut, gruyere, Camembert, walnut, garlic, thyme, honey, grape, baguette, Red onion, red grape, raisins, Red wine, Red wine vinegar, Brown sugar,generous cheese plate with onion marmalade -
30 minDessertFull Milk, whipped cream, macaroon, custard powder, vanilla sugar, sugar, protein, amaretto, almond liqueur, basic recipe cooking pears,macaroon pastry with casserole
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Let's get started ...
1. Rich in antioxidants
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When there is oxidation in your body, you have a greater chance of many diseases, including cancer and cardiovascular disease. Olives are rich in antioxidants and are also rich in polyphenols. These substances have a powerful effect against cancer, diabetes, Alzheimer's and other diseases, as well as anti-aging.
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In addition, olives are great for their ability to increase glutathione levels in the blood. Glutathione is an antioxidant with the ability to recycle antioxidants in the body. Olives are all high in antioxidants, although it does vary by variety. Antioxidants have an overarching effect in your body and are therefore very important in the prevention of diseases and of course in their treatment.
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5 minDrink without alcoholbananas, cool fresh apple-pear raspberry juice, Soy drink vanilla,soy fruit shake -
20 minMain dishsauerkraut, sticking potato, liquid baking product, half-to-half minced, Spice meatballs, pineapple, olive oil, liquid baking product,gratin sauerkraut dish with minced meat -
40 minMain dishlemongrass, fresh ginger, Red peppers, onions, tomato cubes, fresh cod fillet, coriander, oil, ground turmeric (koenjit), coconut milk, salt,fish in creamy coconut sauce -
15 minSide dishsweet potato, soft goat cheese, egg, spring / forest onion,stuffed sweet potato with egg
6. Olives - a natural probiotic
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An analysis of studies published in the Journal of Nutrition found that olives can increase the beneficial bacteria in your gut because of the phenolic compounds they contain. The bifidobacteria that multiply as a result not only produce vitamins that can be directly absorbed by the body, but also have an antibacterial effect. In this way, olives improve the health of your intestinal flora and thus, your own health. Because as you know, 70% of your immune system starts in your gut.
Finally ...
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Traditional cultures have praised the humble olive for its health benefits for thousands of years. Not surprisingly, because olives have some of the most potent anti-disease properties in the plant world.
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However, one of the reasons why olives are less popular, especially among young people, is because the taste often takes some getting used to. Actually, olives should therefore also be seen as a good wine, over time you will learn to appreciate the taste automatically.
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20 minMain dishTasty vine tomato, (olive oil, fresh basil, onion, garlic, Parmigiano Reggiano, zucchini spaghetti, pumpkin spaghetti, mini buffalo mozzarella,lukewarm pumpkin and zucchini spaghetti -
15 minSide dishtraditional olive oil, curry powder, wheat flour, coconut milk, sambal oelek, chicken broth tablet, water, fresh mango,curry sauce with mango -
30 minMain dishtraditional olive oil, lean ground beef, frozen Mexican wok vegetables, salsa sauce mild, taco shell, grated young cheese, creme fraiche,Mexican vegetable in tacos -
95 minMain dishmaize chicken, lemon, coarse sea salt, pepper, extra virgin olive oil, garlic, thyme, zucchini, tomatoes (small to), black olives without pit,provençal chicken with zucchini and tomatoes
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With the above tips you should also be able to select the tastiest ones. If the taste is too strong for you, go for the green olives first, because they have a milder taste.
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Olives contain many healthy fats and can therefore be eaten every day. Keep in mind that if you want to lose weight, you shouldn't eat more than a handful of olives a day, because they contain a lot of calories due to the high fat content.
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My favorite way to enjoy olives is in a salad. What are your favorite ways to consume these healthy fruits? Let me know in the comments!