Daily Walnut Consumption Associated With a More Favorable Dietary Inflammatory Index
A study published in the Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics found that daily walnut consumption was associated with a more favorable dietary inflammatory index (DII) score among healthy older adults. The analysis used data from 319 participants in the Walnuts and Healthy Aging (WAHA) randomized controlled trial. Participants were randomly assigned to […]
Pistachios’ Nutritional Profile May Support Sleep Health, Review Finds
Pistachios could be a promising whole-food option for supporting sleep health, according to a narrative review published in Nutrition Research Reviews. The authors examined the scientific evidence on pistachios’ nutrients and bioactive compounds, highlighting their content of vitamin B6, magnesium, dietary fiber, tryptophan, polyphenols and phytomelatonin (the form of melatonin found in plants). These components […]
Higher Nut and Seed Intake Linked to Healthier Lipid Profiles
A new study published in Lipids in Health and Disease has found that higher consumption of nuts and seeds was associated with more favorable non-traditional lipid indices linked to cardiovascular health. The analysis used dietary and blood data from 2,514 adults participating in the Isfahan Cohort Study 2 in Iran. After adjustment for demographic, lifestyle […]
Nut Consumption Linked to Better Cognitive Performance
New research from the Framingham Heart Study suggests that higher nut consumption may be associated with better cognitive performance, particularly among adults with less healthy lifestyle profiles. The study, published in Food & Function, analyzed data from 1,742 stroke-free participants and examined associations between habitual nut intake, cognitive function, brain health markers, and the incidence […]
Major Review Highlights Progress in Peanut Allergy Prevention
A new review published in the prestigious New England Journal of Medicine highlights major advances in the prevention and treatment of peanut allergy. Early peanut introduction has been shown to reduce allergy prevalence by approximately 80%, with the protective effect decreasing as introduction is delayed. The authors recommend regular peanut ingestion during infancy, with approximately 2 grams […]
Clinical Trial Links Almond Consumption to Improved Sleep Quality
A new randomized controlled trial published in Frontiers in Nutrition suggests that regular almond consumption may help improve perceived sleep quality in adults experiencing poor sleep. In the five-month study, 175 adults aged 21-55 years were randomly assigned to consume either whole almonds or a calorie-matched control snack. Researchers assessed both subjective and objective measures of sleep, […]
Why Don’t Nuts Promote Weight Gain? A New Framework Helps Explain
A new review published in Frontiers in Nutrition examines why nuts—despite being naturally energy-dense—consistently do not promote weight gain and explores the mechanisms that may explain this finding. Drawing on evidence from randomized controlled trials, prospective cohort studies and mechanistic research, the authors propose a new conceptual framework that explains why the effects of nuts on body […]
Almonds Show Promise for Appetite Control After Weight Loss
Almonds may offer appetite-regulating benefits during long-term weight maintenance, according to a new randomized controlled trial in adults with overweight or obesity. Over a 9-month intervention, participants followed energy-restricted diets that included either almonds or carbohydrate-rich snack bars. While both groups achieved similar weight loss and reduced energy intake, the almond group showed more favorable […]
American Heart Association Guidance Recommends Shifting to Nuts as Protein Source
New guidance from the American Heart Association (AHA) recommends shifting away from meat and toward plant-based protein sources, including nuts. The 2026 Dietary Guidance to Improve Cardiovascular Health: A Scientific Statement From the American Heart Association updates the AHA’s 2021 recommendations, reflecting the latest evidence on reducing cardiovascular disease risk, improving quality of life, and supporting longevity. […]
Updated Dutch “Wheel of Five” Recommends Eating More Nuts
The Netherlands Nutrition Centre has published an updated version of its “Wheel of Five,” a tool intended to help people eat healthily, sustainably and safely, based on the latest scientific insights. The new wheel is broadly similar to its predecessor, recommending plenty of vegetables, fruit, legumes and whole-grain products, and not too much salt, saturated fat and […]