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Sunday, 8 November 2026
21 facts about olives
21 facts about olives
"Where the olive refuses to grow, there the Mediterranean world ends"
It is not known exactly when and where the first olive tree, characteristic of the Mediterranean region, grew. Paleobotanists claim that wild olives g ...

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Pomegranate
Wild varieties, whose fruits have a sour taste, are used in industry to obtain crystalline citric acid.
Sweet varieties are used to produce wines.
Chia seeds
They contain large amounts of minerals necessary for the proper functioning of the body.
These are phosphorus, magnesium, zinc, iron, copper, selenium and calcium. Chia seeds also contain B vitamins.
Sweet potato
They are rich in complex carbohydrates and fiber.
Despite their high carbohydrate content, they have a low glycemic index of - 50 and their caloric value is 86 kcal/100 g.
Brussels sprout
Brussels sprouts contain sulforaphane.
These are sulfur compounds found in Brussels sprouts and other brassica vegetables that are powerful ...
Pumpkin
The beta-carotene in the pumpkin ensures the proper functioning of the eyesight, especially at dusk.
It also reduces the risk of macular degeneration, inhibits the development of xerophthalmia (dry eye syndrome), and prevents damage to the lens and the formation of cataracts.
Forget-me-not
It is a widespread plant, common in Europe, North America, Asia, and Australia.
Chia seeds
Chia is native to central and southern Mexico.
The plant produces oval, gray seeds with black and white spots that are edible - chia seeds.
Grapes
The grapevine is a vine that grows up to 40 meters tall, although it rarely exceeds 10 meters.
To grow upwards, it attaches itself to supports using tendrils.
Sugar maple
Apart from being a source of maple syrup, sugar maple wood holds high commercial value.
It is often referred to as hard maple because it is very shock resistant.
Pineapple
Bromelain can potentiate the effects of antibiotics.
It is crucial to use caution while taking the drugs.