Wheat bran lipophilic compounds with in vitro anticancer effects

► Lipophilic components in wheat bran are cytotoxic against PC3 cell line. ► Lipophilic phytochemicals in wheat bran contribute to the anticancer property. ► Alkenyl- and oxoalkyl-resorcinols in wheat bran exert potent cytotoxicity. ► Unsaturated fatty acids in wheat bran contribute to the anticancer activity. ► Phytosteroids in wheat bran contribute to the anticancer activity.