Everyone is well aware of the benefits of consuming oliveoil but here, our sole focus is on whole olives. You must have had them as toppings on your pizza but that only provides taste and not benefits. Both black and green olives are greatly nutritious but these can only be enjoyed if you have them daily. Top your salad with olives or have pickled olives as an accompaniment with your meal. Scroll down to read the benefits.
Health benefits of
eating olives
There are so many reasons why eating olives is said to be
beneficial for your health. Some of the best benefits of olives are mentioned
here, keep reading to know.
Cardiovascular
benefits
Damage caused by free radicals is a major cause of
cardiovascular problems. Olives are high in antioxidants that counteract free
radical damage and secure heart health. Their consumption prevents oxidation of
cholesterol and fat accumulation in the arteries to cut down the risk of heart
ailments. Olives contain good fat that promotes the increase of good cholesterol
or HDL in the body.
Prevents cancer
Free radical attack can also cause cancer and therefore,
freezing them is imperative. Black olives have vitamin E that combines with
monounsaturated fats to safeguard cellular processes. This prevents free
radical damage, cancerous cell formation and mutation of cancer cells.
Consuming olives is found to prevent colon cancer.
Skincare and Haircare
benefits
Olives have all the essential nutrients that are needed for
skincare and hair growth. This includes vitamin E and antioxidants that protect
against UV radiation that causes skin problems. It also forestalls skin ageing
and skin cancer. This is one of the main reasons why olive oil is considered to
be good for applying to the skin. It offers hydration and protection. You can
also make olive oil face masks and homemade shea butter and olive oil products.
Similarly, mask your hair with an olive oil pack to get smooth, shiny and
strong hair.
Eye health
If you are suffering from eye problems like weak eyesight,
pain around the eyes, dry eyelids, pink eyes or conjunctivitis, etc. eat black
olives. Black olives have vitamin A that is great for eye health. It not only
improves vision but is also proven effective in fighting glaucoma, cataracts,
macular degeneration and other age-related eye disorders.
Digestive health
As already mentioned, the consumption of black olives
prevents colon cancer. This implicates that these are supremely good for
digestive health. Olive oil consumption can also keep stomach ulcers and
gastritis at bay. Additionally, it also activates the secretion of pancreatic
hormones and bile to prevent stones in gallbladder. Olives also contain fiber
that helps in boosting digestive functions and easy secretion. Thus, eating
black olives makes digestion smooth.
A part from the aforesaid benefits, olives also promote
bones and connective tissues to lower down the risk of osteoarthritis,
rheumatoid arthritis, osteoporosis and other health condition caused by free
radicals. Due to the high iron content, black olives also promote uniform blood
circulation for better functioning. Thus, you must start eating whole black
olives along with olive oil.
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