Organic Olives Mix - Kalamata & Green Olives
The traditional Mediterranean diet (MD), is characterized by regular intake of olive oil (OO) and has been associated with many health-benefiting effects experienced by Mediterranean populations [1]. Reduced incidence of different chronic degenerative diseases, major cardiovascular events, type 2 diabetes mellitus (DM) and some types of cancer, improved cognitive function and protection against overall morbidity and mortality are confirmed by a respectable number of trials and epidemiological studies in humans that adhere to the MD [2,3].
Consumption of virgin olive oil, a key component of the Mediterranean diet, has been recommended as a protection for high cardiovascular risk individuals [4], may prevent development of different types of cancer [5], the development of type 2 DM, obesity and metabolic syndrome [6], but also, it exerts many beneficial effects in healthy individuals [7]. There is emerging evidence that favourable health effects of MD and OO consumption could be mediated by various molecular mechanisms, one of them being the effect on the expression of genes involved in pathogenesis of many diseases and generally in aging process, according to nutrigenomic studies [7,8].
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Ingredients
Mixed Pitted Olives: Kalamata & Green
Salt
Trace of organic red Vinegar
Trace of Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Natural Acid Regulator/Citric Acid)
Nutritional Data
Olives are a good source of several vitamins and minerals. This fruit’s beneficial compounds include:
- Vitamin E. High-fat plant foods usually contain high amounts of this powerful antioxidant.
- Iron. Black olives are a good source of iron, which is important for your red blood cells to transport oxygen (8Trusted Source).
- Copper. This essential mineral is often lacking in the typical Western diet. Copper deficiency may increase your risk of heart disease (9Trusted Source, 10Trusted Source).
- Calcium. The most abundant mineral in your body, calcium is essential for bone, muscle, and nerve function. Some methods of olive processing add calcium to the fruit (11).
- *Sodium. Most olives contain high amounts of sodium since they’re packaged in brine or saltwater.
Source
*Medjuica olives only contain 1.2g of salt per packet out of a daily recommended limit of 6g. There is no brine in our olives.
Nutritional benefits
- Mediterranean Diet
- Oleic Acid – Monounsaturated fats
- Oleuropein
- Hydroxytyrosol & Tyrosol
- Omega 3 & 6 Polyunsaturated fats
- Beneficial Heart Health
- Antioxidants
- Polyphenols
- Squalene
- Benefits Type 11 Diabetes
- Cholesterol-lowering
- Gut Beneficial
- May protect against osteoporosis and cancer
- Fibre
- Anti-inflammatory
- Vitamin E
- Handy Single-serving 30g pack
Allergins & Warnings
While it is safe to give babies and toddlers pitted olives chopped up, be aware of the salt content (1.2g of salt per 30g pack)
Always check for stones, as some may escape detection.
How and when to eat
- Eat as a tasty snack
- Add to a salad or sandwich
- Drop on a pizza
- Add to a stir-fry
- Add to a fish dish
- Make a delicious tapenade
- Make an Epityrum
Why not swap out your packet of crisps for a packet of organic olives?
Our 30g packet of organic olives are packed full of healthy fats and has just 59 calories.
In contrast, a 25g packet of crisps provides no health benefits and may even be bad for your gut, furthermore, they’re ultra-processed and have 130 calories.
Packaging & Storage
The packet is not recyclable and must be disposed of in a conventional bin
No need for refrigeration
Meal Suggestions
Buy Organic wherever possible, especially avoid the conventional ‘dirty dozen’
Here are a few examples of ultra-nutritious food.
Steel-cut Oats (soaked overnight), sugarless Granola, Plain Greek-style Yoghurt (add Medjuica seeds and nuts) raw honey* blueberries (do not eat with the yoghurt), chopped apple, passion fruit, other fruits.
Raw vegetables cut into batons (cucumber, carrots, cauliflower, celery, spring onions) Hummus, Poached Eggs, Avocados, cottage cheese, cheddar, Gruyère. Vegetable Soups.
An array of fresh vegetables (rainbow colours) with garlic, sweet or purple potatoes. DID YOU KNOW: If you add extra virgin olive oil to a plate of vegetables that have starch the uptake of nutritious carotenoids is greatly enhanced because of the EVOO. (carotenoids are the colour pigment in vegetables) This study was pioneered by Professor Mary Flynn from Browns University in the USA. For added polyphenols, use spices & herbs.
Salads: Salad leaves, eggs, radishes, tinned or soaked legumes (beans), red onions, tomatoes, chicory, asparagus, grated carrots, red cabbage, peas. Consider adding: chopped orange, apple, figs, nuts, seeds, and olives.. Dressing: extra virgin olive oil with lemon juices or balsamic vinegar, Add Himalayan sea salt & black pepper which contain polyphenols (used glass not plastic containers). Wild sustainable oily fish (tinned is fine), brown rice or quinoa.
Probiotic Gut food: Kefir, Kombucha, Kimchi, Sauerkraut, Tenpah, Miso. Plain yoghurt
Prebiotic Gut food: Jerusalem artichoke, Chicory, onion, garlic, leeks, raspberries, beans, legumes, bananas, pears, watermelon.
*If pregnant avoid raw honey and unpasteurised cheese
Disclaimer
This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
The information provided is not a substitute for medical advice or diagnosis. Please consult with your GP or healthcare advisor if in doubt or if you’re pregnant or breastfeeding.
