The olive tree is a widely cultivated evergreen tree that yields the olive, native to warm regions of the Old World. It is used as a food and a source of oil. The olive is green when unripe and brownish black when ripe. Here Joanne Washburn, Food.news, reflects on health benefits of Kalamata olives: "It's no secret that olives are some of the healthiest fruits on earth. Rich in essential nutrients and potent plant compounds, these bitter-tasting fruits are among the best that nature has to … [Read more...] about You Stand To Benefit From Eating Kalamata Olives