Are green olives good for you?!
I didn't think they were because I know they're full of fat!. But is it a good fat!? Just curious!.!.!. Thanks!Www@FoodAQ@Com
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Since it's fat from a plant, it is healthy fat!. Think of olive oil, and where it comes from!. It's monounsaturated, and heart healthy!. You do need to eat them in moderation because of the sodium content though!.Www@FoodAQ@Com
Olives are concentrated in monounsaturated fats and a good source of vitamin E!. Because monounsaturated fats are less easily damaged than polyunsaturated fats, it's good to have some in our cells' outer membranes and other cell structures that contain fats, such as themembranes that surround the cell's DNA and each of its energy-producing mitochondria!. The stability of monounsaturated fats translates into a protective effect on the cell that, especially when combined with the antioxidant protection offered by vitamin E, can lower the risk of damage and inflammation!. In addition to vitamin E, olives contain avariety of beneficial active phytonutrient compounds including polyphenols and flavonoids, which also appear to have significant anti-inflammatory properties!. Polyphenols ward off cancer!.Www@FoodAQ@Com
Yup!.!.!. olives all come from the same tree- the green ones were just picked earlier!. The fat in them is monounsaturated, which is good for you!.Www@FoodAQ@Com
no more than black olives are!. careful of the salt too!.Www@FoodAQ@Com