Antioxidant
|
Oleuropein |
Hydroxytyrosol |
Neutralizes free radicals, prevents LDL oxidation, reduces oxidative stress . |
|
Oleuropein Aglycone |
Precursor to oleacein and oleuropeindial, supports oxidative defense . |
|
Elenolic Acid |
Protects lipids, contributes to oxidative balance . |
| Ligstroside |
Tyrosol |
Mild antioxidant, enhances lipid metabolism . |
|
Ligstroside Aglycone |
Precursor to oleocanthal and ligstrodial . |
| MUFAs (Omega-9) |
Oleic Acid |
Protects against oxidative damage, supports endothelial health . |
Anti-Inflammatory
|
Oleuropein |
Oleacein |
Suppresses cytokines (e.g., IL-6, TNF-α), reduces systemic inflammation . |
| Ligstroside |
Oleocanthal |
Inhibits COX-1/COX-2 enzymes, mimics NSAIDs, reduces chronic inflammation . |
| MUFAs (Omega-9) |
Oleic Acid |
Enhances anti-inflammatory pathways, works synergistically with polyphenols . |
| Omega-6 |
Linoleic Acid |
Balances immune response, reduces chronic inflammation . |
Cardioprotection
|
Oleuropein |
Hydroxytyrosol |
Improves vascular function, reduces LDL oxidation, enhances nitric oxide production . |
|
Oleacein |
Protects endothelial cells, reduces hypertension . |
| Ligstroside |
Tyrosol |
Supports lipid metabolism, enhances HDL/LDL cholesterol ratios . |
|
Elenolic Acid |
Contributes to lipid regulation and cardiovascular support . |
| MUFAs (Omega-9) |
Oleic Acid |
Reduces LDL cholesterol, raises HDL cholesterol, improves vascular elasticity . |
Neuroprotection
|
Ligstroside |
Oleocanthal |
Promotes amyloid-beta clearance, reduces neural inflammation . |
|
Hydroxytyrosol |
Scavenges ROS in neural tissues, supports cognitive health . |
| Omega-3 (ALA) |
Alpha-Linolenic Acid |
Protects against neurodegenerative diseases, supports brain function . |
Anti-Cancer
|
Oleuropein |
Oleuropeindial |
Induces apoptosis, inhibits angiogenesis and tumor growth . |
| Ligstroside |
Ligstrodial |
Reduces tumor progression and vascularization . |
| Omega-3 (ALA) |
Alpha-Linolenic Acid |
Anti-inflammatory effects help prevent cancer progression . |
Weight Management
|
Oleuropein |
Hydroxytyrosol |
Regulates adipogenesis, activates thermogenesis . |
|
Oleuropein Aglycone |
Regulates adipocyte differentiation, reduces fat storage . |