Health Benefits
Cancer prevention, Helps in cartilage regeneration, Prevents macular degeneration, Treatment of alzheimer's disease
Boosts immune system, Boosts respiratory health, Cancer prevention, Digestive aid, Piles treatment
General Benefits
Anti oxidant properties, Anti-inflammatory properties, Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Maintains healthy cholesterol level
Beneficial in improving nerve function, Protects against parasites and worms, Relieves pain
Skin Benefits
Hydrates skin, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of skin diseases
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Exfoliates skin, Hydrates skin, Treatment of dark spots
Hair Benefits
Acts as moisturizer, Good conditioner, Regulates hair growth
Prevents hair loss
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
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Abdominal pains, Breathing difficulty, Dizziness, Eczema, Fainting, Hives, Itching, Nasal congestion, Swelling of face, Tingling sensation in mouth, Vomiting
Side Effects
Affects blood glucose levels, Dizziness, Stomach pain
Decrease in blood sugar levels, Induces acid reflux, Allergic reaction, Tooth decay, May form gallstones
Recommeded for
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Best Time to Eat
Hardly eaten raw, Olive oil is consumed for many purposes.
Along with meal, As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't consume at night and before bed, Strictly avoid empty stomach
Type
Tree fruit
Tropical
Season
Spring, Summer
Spring, Summer
Varieties
Manzanillo, Sevillano, Mission, Ascolano, Barouni, Gordal, Rubra and Picholine
PKM 1, Urigam, Hasanur, Tumkur prathisthan, DTS 1 and Yogeshwari
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Color
Black, Green, Purple, Yellow
Brown, Reddish-brown
Inside Color
Brown
Brown
Shape
Oval
Curving Cylinder
Texture
Fleshy
Tough
Taste
Bitter
Sour-Sweet
Origin
Eastern Mediterranean Region
Africa
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Well-drained
Loam, Sandy, Sandy loam, Well-drained
Soil pH
7-85.6-6.5
3.5
10
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Climatic Conditions
Warm to hot climate
Humid to dry, Rainfall, Warm to hot climate
Facts about
- In ancient Greece, 1st eye shadow was made by adding olive oil in ground charcoal.
- The most expensive form of olive oil is Extra Virgin.
- Largest type of olive tree is known as donkey tree & smallest one is called bullet.
- Tamarind is used to prevent body odor.
- African children use the tamarind seeds in games.
- No cases of tamarind toxicity or allergy reported till date.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
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Spirits
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Production
Top Producer
Spain
India
Other Countries
Algeria, Egypt, Greece, Italy, Morocco, Portugal, Syria, Tunisia, Turkey
Africa, Australia, Brazil, China, Mexico, Nigeria, Sudan, Taiwan
Top Importer
United States of America
United States of America
Top Exporter
Italy
Thailand