Multi-Target Profile of Oleocanthal, An Extra-Virgin Olive Oil Component

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Abstract

This review is a brief but comprehensive overview on the multi-target profile of oleocanthal, an extra-virgin olive oil (EVOO) phenol corresponding to the (-)-decarboxymethylligstroside aglycone, speculating about its potential in the prevention and/or treatment of various diseases, such as neurodegeneration, inflammation and cancer.

Keywords: Olive oil, oleocanthal, biological targets, multi-pharmacological effect, cancer, inflammation, neurodegeneration.

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