Beneficial effects of natural plant polyphenols on the human body have been evaluated in a
number of scientific research projects. Bioactive polyphenols are natural compounds of …

Fruits and vegetables are essential for human nutrition, delivering a substantial proportion of
vitamins, minerals, and fibers in our daily diet. Unfortunately, half the fruits and vegetables …

The overall health beneficial action of olive oil phenolic components is well established.
Recent studies have elucidated the biological effects of two isolated compounds, namely …

The Olive tree (Olea europaea L.), a native of the Mediterranean basin and parts of Asia, is
now widely cultivated in many other parts of the world for production of olive oil and table …

Olive oil is one of the main ingredients in the Mediterranean diet, being an important ally in
disease prevention. Its nutritional composition is comprised of mainly monounsaturated fatty …

According to many reports, phenolic compounds isolated from olive leaves have very good
biological activities, especially antimicrobial. Presently, the resistance of microorganisms to …

Aim of the Review. To grasp the fragmented information available on the botany, traditional
uses, phytochemistry, pharmacology, and toxicology of Olea europaea to explore its …

Growing scientific literature data suggest that the intake of natural bioactive compounds
plays a critical role in preventing or reducing the occurrence of human chronic non …

Background During the last decades, olive oil consumption has experienced a continuous
increase due to its unique organoleptic properties and its related beneficial properties …

Olive from Olea europaea is native to the Mediterranean region and, both the oil and the fruit
are some of the main components of the Mediterranean diet. The main active constituents of …