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Kalamata Or Niçoise Olive

Kalamata and Niçoise olives are brined varieties of cured olives commonly eaten whole or used in salads and Mediterranean dishes. They provide mostly monounsaturated fat and are typically high in sodium due to curing.

Beneficial properties

rich in monounsaturated fats contains polyphenol antioxidants low in carbohydrates source of vitamin E contains copper and iron

Nutritional highlights

Olives provide monounsaturated fat, vitamin E, copper, iron, and small amounts of fiber and polyphenolic compounds.

Caution. Often very high in sodium due to brining, which may be a concern for people with hypertension or those on sodium-restricted diets.

Conditions it helps with

Heart Disease
Includes: Heart Disease (Cardiomyopathy)
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High Blood Pressure
Includes: High Blood Pressure / Hypertension
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