Tree Nut Consumption Associated with Decreased Prevalence of Cardiovascular Disease
Other benefits included lower cardiometabolic risk factors A recent study published in Current Developments in Nutrition set out to estimate the usual tree nut intake of a nationally representative sample of US adults and examine the association between tree nut consumption and cardiometabolic health outcomes. The study sample included 18,150 adults over 20 years of […]
Almond-Enriched Diet Leads to Weight Loss and Supports Cardiometabolic Health
Participants who ate almonds saw greater improvements in key lipoprotein subfractions A recent study published in Obesity evaluated weight and cardiometabolic outcomes after a three-month energy-restricted diet (−30%) containing either almonds or carbohydrate-rich snacks (phase 1), followed by six months of weight maintenance (phase 2). This nine-month, randomized controlled, parallel-arm dietary intervention included 140 overweight or […]
Replacing Red Meat with Nuts Is Associated with Lower Diabetes Risk
Study underscores the importance of nuts as an alternative source of protein A new study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition assessed the relationships between intakes of total, processed and unprocessed red meat and risk of type 2 diabetes and estimated the effects of replacing red meat with healthy plant-based protein sources, including […]
October 2023 News Brief
A Glimpse into the INC Pavilion at Anuga Take a look at the video and pictures from this edition Anuga’s latest edition made history as the largest fair to date, welcoming a whopping 150,000 attendees from 200 countries. This vibrant gathering was a testament to the global appeal of Anuga, uniting industry enthusiasts, experts, and […]
Food Safety Update: October 2023
Chile: Phytosanitary Requirements on Imported Cashew A proposed regulation would establish phytosanitary requirements for the import of cashew nuts into Chile from any country of origin. Aspects covered include the following: Official phytosanitary certificate issued by the country of origin, with the following additional declaration: “The shipment has been treated for Trogoderma granarium (Col., Dermestidae), […]
Latest Trade News and Agreements: October 2023
World Trade Report 2023 The WTO recently published its annual World Trade Report. This year’s report examines the role of international trade in addressing some of the most pressing challenges of our time: maintaining peace and security, reducing poverty and inequality, and achieving a sustainable economy. The report analyses the benefits of re-globalization as well […]
Labeling Update: October 2023
India: Goa Cashew Secures Geographical Indication Tag According to the Times of India, Goa cashew has been granted the Geographical Indication (GI) tag. This distinction, which is conferred upon products originating from a specific region, will enable buyers to differentiate between authentic cashews from Goa and those sourced from outside the southwestern Indian state. More […]
Marketing Orders: October 2023
USA: USDA Amends Federal Marketing Order for California Almonds The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced a final rule that changes multiple provisions in the administrative requirements prescribed under the Federal marketing order regulating the handling of almonds grown in California. This action amends administrative requirements regulating quality control, exempt dispositions, and interest and late […]
Sustainability Update: October 2023
Australia: New National Recovery Plan for Macadamia Species On October 13, 2023, the Australian Government published a new National Recovery Plan for Macadamia Species. The aim of the plan is to ensure the long-term viability of four macadamia species endemic to Australia —Macadamia integrifolia, Macadamia jansenii, Macadamia ternifolia and Macadamia tetraphylla— through maintaining existing populations […]
Peanut Intake Enhances Production of Metabolites Related to Memory and Mood
Consuming peanuts or peanut butter may contribute to the production of metabolites involved in cognition and stress response In a recent study published in the Journal of Functional Foods, researchers set out to assess the impact of peanut consumption on the gut–brain axis. Specifically, this randomized controlled trial aimed to evaluate the association of urinary […]