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Area of Science:

Biochemistry
Pharmacology
Nutritional Science

Context:

Squalene is recognized as a key intermediate in cholesterol biosynthesis.
Emerging research highlights squalene's diverse pharmacological activities beyond its metabolic role.

Purpose:

To review the pharmacological properties and therapeutic potential of squalene.
To identify sustainable sources for commercial squalene production.

Summary:

Squalene demonstrates significant hypolipidemic, hepatoprotective, cardioprotective, antioxidant, and antitoxicant activities.
It is effective in managing type 2 diabetes and can enhance the efficacy of antitumor treatments while mitigating side effects.
Squalene possesses low toxicity, making it safe for therapeutic use.

Impact:

Highlights squalene as a valuable bioactive compound with broad therapeutic applications.
Identifies amaranth seed oil as a promising and sustainable source for squalene production.
Suggests potential for squalene in novel therapeutic strategies for metabolic diseases and cancer.