While often mistaken as vegetables, olives are fruits with a bevy of health and nutrition benefits, such as:
* Rich in vitamin E, a potent antioxidant that prevents free radicals from damaging healthy cells.
* Good source of iron, which helps in the production of healthy red blood cells.
* Excellent source of dietary fiber, aiding in good digestion and digestive tract cleansing.
* Olive oil is one of the healthiest fats that can be consumed. This healthy type of fat might prevent heart disease with its nutrition.
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