Glycogenolysis  The Official Version. Glycogenolysis is a term used to describe the conversion of glycogen polymers into glucose monomers, the 'catabolism' of glycogen. This process involves the removal of one glucose monomer via cleavage with an inorganic phosphate in order to produce glucose-1-phosphate. This in turn is converted to glucose-6-phosphate.
It reduces the risk of heart disease: While it may seem counterintuitive that drinking olive oil can help protect the heart from disease, multiple studies confirm the claim to be true thanks to the MUFAs, or monounsaturated fats, olive oil contains â so much so that the FDA allows manufacturers to label olive oil with this health claim.
Promotes Digestive Health. Black olives are a good source of dietary fiber. A 100-gram serving -- about 3.5 ounces -- of ripe olives provides 3.2 grams of total dietary fiber. The recommended daily intake of fiber is 38 grams for men and 25 grams for women up to 50 years old.