Olive oil can prevent cancer

Research results published on October 31 in the International Journal of Cancer show that olive oil can prevent many diseases, including colon cancer, one of the most common diseases. and endangers human life.

A team of scientists from Ulster University (UK) has experimented by feeding cancer cells in a synthetic compound obtained from pure olive oil, called Phenola .

Through the study, they found that olive oil was able to help people with colon cancer, because it contained a lot of monounsaturated fats ( mono-unsaturated ) and antioxidants, the ingredients. works to prevent the development of colon cancer.

The group of scientists said that in the coming time, scientists will continue to test animals to confirm the cancer prevention effect of olive oil.

Previously, another study also showed that olive oil also acts as a medicine to prevent headaches. Through the experiment, the scientists discovered that oleocanthal - a major component in olive oil - has the same effect as iburprofen analgesics, which can reduce the risk of cancer and heart attack.