The broad number of health benefits which can be obtained from the long-term consumption
of olive oil are attributed mainly to its phenolic fraction. Many olive oil phenolics have been …

Background: The Mediterranean diet is linked to various health benefits, especially the
consumption of olive oil as a key component. Multiple studies highlight its advantages …

Oleocanthal is a minor constituent of olive oil with strong anti-inflammatory activities. Since
the pathogenesis of many chronic diseases involves inflammatory and oxidative …

Dietary consumption of olive oil represents a key pillar of the Mediterranean diet, which has
been shown to exert beneficial effects on human health, such as the prevention of chronic …

Virgin olive oil (VOO) is credited as being one of many healthful components of the
Mediterranean diet. Mediterranean populations experience reduced incidence of chronic …

Research on the non-steroidal anti-inflammatory olive oil phenolic,(-)-decarboxymethyl
ligstroside aglycone (more commonly known as oleocanthal) has supported speculation that …

Extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) is the main source of fat in the Mediterranean diet. Phenolic
compounds of EVOO, in particular, secoiridoids, are minor components that have generated …

Highlights•Oleocanthal is an active constituent of extra virgin olive oil that contributes to the
well-known healthy effect of the Mediterranean diet.•In vitro studies suggest a therapeutic …

The Mediterranean diet, renowned for its health benefits, especially in reducing
cardiovascular risks and protecting against diseases like diabetes and cancer, emphasizes …

Olive oil (OO), the main fatty component of the Mediterranean diet, exhibits numerous
biological functions which are beneficial for the state of health. In addition to …