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Tuesday, 14 April 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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Brussels sprout
Eating Brussels sprouts regularly reduces the risk of cancer: the skin( melanoma), esophagus, breast, prostate, colon, and pancreas.
Poison ivy
It is crucial to wash the body as soon as possible.
A quick wash with soap and water is advisable to escape unpleasant conditions. The sooner the better because after a few minutes, the urushiol penetrates the skin and cannot be removed by washing.
Chia seeds
They are a rich source of antioxidants.
These include chlorogenic acid, which can lower blood pressure, and quercetin, which may reduce the ...
Coconut tree
Coconut shells are a good source of charcoal, so they are used as fuel.
They are also used in theaters and for movie soundtracks. The clacking of the nutshell halves against each other mimics the clatter of horse hooves.
Birch
Birch bark is edible.
Of course, this is the inner bark, which can even be eaten raw in emergencies. Birch bark can also b ...
Sweet potato
Sweet potatoes are native to South and Central America.
They are popular throughout the tropics, in humid and warm areas. The main producers are Asian countries (China, India, Indonesia) and African countries.
Forget-me-not
The genus name–Myosotis–derives from the Ancient Greek and means mouse ears.
Corn
The cob usually contains 600 grains.
The grains are pea-sized and cling in regular rows around the white, fleshy substance that forms the cob.
Forget-me-not
It is considered an invasive plant.
Its creeping roots can cover a wide area with little time.
Trees
Trees have been revered by people since time immemorial.
For the ancient Celts, certain trees, especially oak, ash, and hawthorn, had special significance as ...