The fruit of the olive tree, sometimes referred to as the “European olive,” or olea european, is an olive. In addition to the Mediterranean Basin, olive trees are produced in South America, South Africa, India, China, Australia, New Zealand, Mexico, and the United States.
Different types of olives are a prominent ingredient in Mediterranean cuisine and a significant export for Spain, Italy, Greece, Turkey, and Morocco. In the United States, Kalamata olives are just as popular as green and black olives.
You will learn how many olives you should consume each day as you continue reading.
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