Study Links Higher Nut Intake to Lower Dementia Risk
An analysis pooling data from three long-running cohort studies suggests that eating more nuts may be linked to a lower risk of developing dementia later in life. The research included 17,349 adults followed for up to 18 years across the United States and United Kingdom. People who ate nuts—including both tree nuts and peanuts—more frequently […]
Walnuts May Help Support Healthy Brain Aging
A new study published in Food Science and Human Wellness adds to the growing evidence that walnuts can benefit brain health. More than 600 cognitively healthy older adults were instructed to follow either a walnut-rich diet (where walnuts accounted for 15% of their daily energy) or a control diet that excluded walnuts. After two years, researchers found […]
Scientific Review Confirms Role of Nuts in Reducing Chronic Disease Risk
A new comprehensive review published in Food Chemistry reinforces the position of nuts as one of the healthiest foods available, highlighting their exceptional nutritional profile and the growing body of scientific evidence linking regular nut consumption to better health outcomes. The review examines the latest research on tree nuts and peanuts, covering their nutritional composition, bioactive compounds, […]
New Research Supports Early Introduction as Key to Achieving Peanut Tolerance
Younger siblings of children who eat peanuts have an increased risk of peanut sensitization and allergy, but this sensitization can be mitigated by early peanut introduction, according to new research presented at the Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (AAAAI), held in Philadelphia from February 27 to March 2, 2026. […]
Regular Nut Consumption Linked to Sperm Quality
A recent study published in the journal Andrology found that eating nuts regularly is associated with higher total sperm count and concentration in healthy young men of reproductive age. To evaluate the association between nut consumption and sperm quality parameters, researchers conducted a cross-sectional analysis using data from 222 men between the ages of 18 […]
Almonds May Provide Cognitive and Metabolic Benefits in People With Prediabetes
A recent study published in the Journal of Nutrition suggests that daily almond consumption for six months may enhance cognitive performance while improving metabolic markers in middle-aged adults with prediabetes. Researchers conducted a randomized controlled trial to investigate the effects of daily almond consumption on cognitive performance in 60 middle-aged Asian Indians with prediabetes. Participants […]
Legume and Nut Intake Associated With Better and Longer Sleep
A recent study published in Food & Function found that eating more legumes and nuts is associated with better sleep quality and longer sleep duration. This cross-sectional study investigated the association between legume and nut intake, sleep quality and quantity, and levels of inflammation and oxidative stress—crucial modifiable factors for sleep health. Researchers used a […]
Updated Dutch Dietary Guidelines Recommend Eating More Nuts
The Health Council of the Netherlands has released updated dietary guidelines that emphasize the importance of eating more nuts as part of a larger shift towards a more plant-based dietary pattern. The guidelines recommend that people consume 60% of their daily protein from plant sources, including 15-30 grams/day of unsalted nuts (including both tree nuts […]
Higher Nut Intake Associated With Lower Risk of Depressive Symptoms
A recent study published in Nutrients found that higher nut consumption is associated with a lower risk of depressive symptoms. In this meta-analysis, researchers compiled information from seven observational studies on the relationship between nut consumption and depressive symptoms, comprising a total of 70,136 participants. Statistical analysis showed that people who ate three or more […]
New Study Links Peanut Consumption to Improved Brain Blood Flow and Memory
A new clinical trial published in the journal Clinical Nutrition has found that eating peanuts daily may enhance brain vascular function and support memory performance in older adults. Conducted by researchers from the NUTRIM Institute of Nutrition and Translational Research in Metabolism at Maastricht University Medical Center, this randomized, single-blind, controlled crossover trial involved 31 […]