I've been on a bit of an olive kick lately. I thought I would research them a bit more.
Here is the Good, "not so good" and Ugly on olives.
The photo above would be a recommended serving size,
(which is most likely ALOT less than I've been eating lately!)
GOOD: they are HIGH in monounsaturated or the "good fat" and
Vitamin E as well as contain anti-inflammatory polyphenols and flavonoids.
NOT SO GOOD: It is great they are high in monounsaturated fat, but they ARE mainly fat--so moderation is key.
BAD: SUPER high in SODIUM -300 to 500 mg sodium in 4 OLIVES!
*if you have high blood pressure, these would not be a recommended snack
Sunday, February 10, 2013
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