The present review paper focuses on the chemistry of oxidative stress mitigation by
antioxidants. Oxidative stress is understood as a lack of balance between the pro-oxidant …

(1) Background: Extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) is responsible for a large part of many health
benefits associated to Mediterranean diet as it is a fundamental ingredient of this diet. The …

Gut microbiota changes correlate with health status. Literature data on gut microbiota show
that all dietary changes can induce the alteration of gut microbiota composition …

Bioactive compounds, including terpenoids, polyphenols, alkaloids and other nitrogen-
containing constituents, exert various beneficial effects arising from their antioxidant and anti …

In 2010, the Mediterranean diet was recognized by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural
Heritage of Humanity. Olive oil is the most characteristic food of this diet due to its high …

Dietary polyphenols have been the focus of major interest for their potential benefits on
human health. Several preclinical studies have been conducted to provide a rationale for …

Plant-based diets (PBDs) are increasingly consumed by the Italian population and around
the world. In particular, among PBDs, the vegan diet is a food pattern characterized by the …

Advances in Medical Biochemistry, Genomics, Physiology, and Pathology Page 1 Chapter 24
The Secrets of the Mediterranean Diet. Does [Only] Olive Oil Matter? Alessandra Mazzocchi …

This review reports in detail the cellular and molecular mechanisms which regulate the bone
remodeling process in relation to oxidative stress (OS), inflammatory factors, and estrogen …

The Mediterranean diet is considered as the foremost dietary regimen and its adoption is
associated with the prevention of degenerative diseases and an extended longevity. The …