The olive tree is native to the Mediterranean, where it has been an important part of life for thousands of years.

Olive oil is technically a fruit juice, rather than an oil. The olives are pressed to release their juices, just as an orange or a lemon would be pressed.

Most olive oil has 5mg of flavenoid Polyphenols for every 10 grams of oil. These Polyphenols are natural antioxidants that can prevent heart disease, lower cholesterol, and reduce the overall effects of aging.

People who live in the Mediterranean countries have some of the lowest mortality rates in the world from cardiovascular related diseases. There are many researches showing positive links between Mediterranean diet and olive oil, which is their main source of fat.

Olive oil is the most easily absorbed edible healthy fat, and it contains no cholesterol.

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Bananas provide an excellent source of vitamin B6 and a good source of potassium, fiber and vitamin C

If using bananas in salads, to prevent pieces from browning, toss them in pineapple juice before adding. The pineapple juice acts as an ascorbic acid color keeper.

Instruction

Bananas can be frozen once the banana is peeled and stored in a freezer bag until ready to use

Remove bananas from plastic produce bag and store at room temperature. The warmer it is, the faster the bananas will ripen.

To slow ripening, refrigerate