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Recent studies show that olives and olive oil actually help to lower blood cholesterol levels and reduce the risk of heart attacks and certain cancers.
Olive oil is rich in mono-unsaturated fats and contains no cholesterol. Many nutritionists and medical groups including The National Heart Foundation are now recommending olive oil as the healthy substitute for other fats in the diet.
One single olive contains:
- Calcium and iron
- Vitamins A, C and E
- Monounsaturated fatty acids in high levels – Natural anti- oxidants
