Olives are ~10.9 g fat per 100 g. A Mediterranean staple with 735 mg sodium per 100 g. The fat is mostly from the olive's oil content. Salt substitution trials cut all-cause mortality 12% (Greenwood et al., Ann Intern Med 2024). A single olive is 5–10 kcal; a snack bowl can add up. Weigh the pitted portion.
How should I track Olives, ripe, canned (small-extra large)?
Olives, ripe, canned (small-extra large) is high in iron. Small amounts of Olives, ripe, canned (small-extra large) add up faster than most people realize. A systematic review (Whitton et al., Adv Nutr 2022) found that condiments are among the most frequently omitted items in food logs — skipped 1–80% of the time. A tablespoon of mayo or dressing can add 50–100 calories, and most people use two or three tablespoons without measuring. The fix is simple: keep a teaspoon or scale near your plate and measure once. Sauces and dressings are often the hidden reason a "healthy" salad ends up at 600+ calories.