Olive: The Healthy Fat

 

Olive: The Healthy Fat

Sisters or the the Olive trees of Noah, are the 16 oldest olive trees in the world found in the community of Bechealeh, Lebanon. Some 6,000 years old, folklorists say these have Biblical origins.

Tucked away in the sleepy village of Bechealeh, Lebanon, 16 olive trees have witnessed 6000 years of political unrest, plagues, diseases, varying climatic conditions and changing civilizations.

                                                                 Olive: The Healthy Fat

Olive Oil From The Olive Tree

Fats and Fatty Acids 

Oils 

Olive Oil Has The Highest Content Of Monounsaturated Fat

Olive Oil: The Good Monounsaturated Fat

Health Benefits: Olive 

Olives Reduce LDL Cholesterol 

Olive Oil: Reduces LDL cholesterol  and Increases HDL cholesterol

Olives reduce Aging Process

Mediterranean Diet Pyramid 

Countries with Olive Oil in diet have increased Longevity

Other Benefits Of Olive Oil 

Snapshot

Olive: The 6000 year Old Tree  

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