The benefits of olive oil
olive oil
The olive tree is an important source of vitamins E, A and carotenoids. The minerals and trace elements that olives provide us with are calcium, copper, iron, manganese and zinc. Nutritionists and doctors recommend consuming two to three tablespoons of olive oil per day.
Olive oil offers numerous health benefits. It’s rich in monounsaturated fats that promote heart health, lower cholesterol, and reduce inflammation. Packed with antioxidants and polyphenols, olive oil helps fight oxidative stress and supports brain function. It also improves digestion, promotes weight loss, and hydrates the skin with anti-aging properties. A daily dose of high-quality extra virgin olive oil can support overall well-being and is an excellent addition to any diet.
The three oldest olive trees in Greece are located in Crete. American experts and arborists estimate that the first and oldest olive tree is located in Kavousi Lasithiou. Olive trees in general, as well as olive oil, are closely associated with mythology, history, religion, art and tradition, as well as the social and economic life of the inhabitants of Crete for the past nine thousand (9,000) years.
THE OLDEST OLIVE TREE IN LASITHI
Ελιά
Οι τρεις αρχαιότερες ελιές στην Ελλάδα βρίσκονται στην Κρήτη. Αμερικανοί ειδικοί και δεντροκόμοι υπολογίζουν πως η πρώτη και παλαιότερη ελιά βρίσκεται στο Kαβούσι Λασιθίου. Η ελιά γενικά και το ελαιόλαδο συνδέονται στενά με τη μυθολογία, την ιστορία, τη θρησκεία, την τέχνη και την παράδοση, όπως επίσης και με την κοινωνική και την οικονομική ζωή των κατοίκων της Κρήτης εδώ και εννιά χιλιάδες (9.000) χρόνια.