This study recently published in the journal Nutrition and Cancer observed the association between nut consumption and sporadic colorectal adenoma (non-cancerous tumor).

Diet is a key factor in the prevention, treatment and control of type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM).

Lifespan has significantly increased in modern society. However, brain diseases are unfortunately on the rise. That includes neurodegenerative disorders such as Alzheimer’s disease, which is in fact the most common type of dementia.

It was not clear whether body fat factors could mediate the association between nut consumption, glucose/insulin metabolism and inflammatory markers and this is what the study examined.

Aging is associated with a decline in many biological systems, including the musculoskeletal system, which may result in impaired physical functioning. For that reason, this study examined the association between nut intake and the risk of impaired physical function, such as agility, mobility, grip strength, gait speed and overall physical function in elderly volunteers.

This recent study published in the journal Nutrients examined the potential benefits of almond vs. cracker snacking in improving blood sugar and cholesterol levels in new college students. A total of 73 students were randomized into either an almond snack group (56.7 g/day) or a cracker control group (77.5 g/day). Participants consumed their snacks on an average of 6 days per week over the 8-week intervention. Some outcomes as glucose, insulin, lipid profile, among others, were assessed during the intervention period.

The global macadamia industry today launched a critical, world-first research project aimed at providing strong evidence to support the role of macadamias in a healthy diet.