Correlation between Olive Oil Intake and Gut Microbiota in Colorectal Cancer Prevention.

ABSTRACT: Extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) is a mainstay of the Mediterranean diet with its excellent balance of fats and antioxidant bioactive compounds. Both the phenolic and lipid fractions of EVOO contain a variety of antioxidant and anticancer substances which might protect from the development of colorectal cancer (CRC). The function of the intestinal microbiome is essential for the integrity of the intestinal epithelium, being protective against pathogens and maintaining immunity. Indeed, dysbiosis of the microbiota alters the physiological functions of the organ, leading to the onset of different diseases including CRC. It is known that some factors, including diet, could deeply influence and modulate the colon microenvironment. Although coming from animal models, there is increasing evidence t

SUBMITTER: Memmola R 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9504660 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature