Know why olives are good for health!

Olives not only taste good but also contain many health benefits.

Zee Media Bureau

New Delhi: Who doesn't like olives? Well, everyone except for few loves olives, be it on your favourite pizza, sandwich or salad. They not only taste good but also contain many health benefits.

Here are some health benefits of olives: 

Olives are good for heart as it contains rich source of vitamin E and monounsaturated fatty acids which also help in reducing the risk of heart disease by lowering blood pressure and LDL cholesterol.

It contains anti-inflammatory properties in it which helps in easing the pain in the body.

Olives are an excellent food for the hair and skin as it  loaded with fatty acids and antioxidants.

Regular consumption of olives helps in boosting the haemoglobin level in the body as it contains rich source of iron.

Eating a cup of olives can help regulate blood pressure.