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Thursday, 13 August 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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Parsley
Parsley seeds and fruits have the highest myristicin content.
Lemon balm
Some studies suggest that it may help with nausea.
However, it is important to note that most of the studies used a mixture of other herbs, so the direct effects of lemon balm are not yet known in detail.
Strawberry
Strawberries have beneficial effects on the human body.
They raise the "good" cholesterol level (HDL), lower blood pressure, and reduce cancer risk. In addition, strawberries are rich in polyphenols, presenting strong antioxidant activity.
Pomegranate
Pomegranate proper (Punica granatum), also known as pomegranate proper, is a plant belonging to the yarrow family (Lythraceae).
The yarrow family has about 600-650 species clustered in about 30-31 genera. Most of its representat ...
Turmeric
Turmeric, also known as Indian saffron, is a perennial of the ginger family.
It grows wild in India, where around 40 to 45 species of Curcuma - a genus of plants in the Zingiberaceae family - can be found.
Avocado
Some sources claim avocado was domesticated by Mesoamerican tribes about 5,000 years ago.
It makes its cultivation as old as the invention of the wheel.
Lemon
Lemon has anti-cancer properties.
Contains limonene, which is a powerful antioxidant. Laboratory studies have shown that this compound ...
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 ...
California poppy
It is native to southwestern parts of North America.
Its main range is concentrated in California, but it is found over a wide area in Washington, Oregon ...
Pumpkin
Pumpkin flesh is a rich source of vitamins and minerals.
It is a natural vitamin bomb containing B vitamins, vitamin C, E, PP, beta-carotene, potassium, magn ...