November 26th is Olive
November 26th is Olive Day and aims to promote the importance of olives and olive oil in diet and culture. The origin of this date dates back to the growing awareness of the benefits of olives, which are an essential food in the Mediterranean diet and widely recognized for their healthy properties. The date was established to highlight the production of olives and the positive impact that their production has on the rural economy, especially in countries that are large producers, such as Spain, Italy and Greece. The celebration involves activities that include tastings of olives and olive oil, workshops on cooking and the promotion of recipes that incorporate these ingredients. Olives are not only a tasty delicacy, but they are also rich in antioxidants, healthy fatty acids and have been associated with several health benefits, including reducing the risk of heart disease.
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