Mechanism decoded by which olive oil protects against cancer

Researchers have discovered a **mechanism by which virgin olive oil**, in contrast to other vegetable oils, **protects the body against breast cancer**. The researchers decoded a complete cascade of signals within breast tumour cells activated by virgin olive oil, and concluded that benefits include decrease in the activity of the oncogene p21Ras, changes in protein signaling pathways, stimulation of tumour cell death and prevention of DNA damage. The study was carried out in an experimental model and researchers have already begun a new study with human cell lines. More on "Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona":[ http://www.uab.es/servlet/Satellite/latest-news/news-detail/mechanism-decoded-by-which-olive-oil-protects-against-cancer-1096476786473.html?noticiaid=1277965464711]

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