4th Meeting of the Spanish Almond Industry

The Spanish Almond Board met in Reus, Spain on April 24, 2018 to discuss and share the latest changes and opportunities of the Spanish Almond industry. The event welcomed over 150 participants from the Spanish almond industry (growers, traders, processors, manufacturers, organizations and machinery companies) and was organized by Spain's Almond Board (SAB-Almendrave) with the aim to share and discuss updates on the sector's challenges and opportunities in the country. Mr. Pont (INC Honorary President) was awarded with a Medal of Honor in recognition for his professional career at the Closing Ceremony.

INC Launches a New Call for Open Access Studies

On March 15, 2018, the INC launched for the first time a Call for Open Access Studies.

Nut Consumption Has Been Associated with a Lower Risk of Colorectal Cancer

This study investigated the relationship between nut consumption and colorectal cancer risk. In total, 923 colorectal cancer patients and 1,846 controls were recruited from the National Cancer Center in Korea.

Pecan-Rich Diet May Help Decrease the Risk of Heart Disease and Type 2 Diabetes

This recently study published in the Nutrients journal found that incorporating pecans into a typical American diet significantly improved insulin sensitivity and lowered the risk of cardiometabolic disease in healthy overweight and obese adults with central adiposity (excess belly fat).

Almonds and Chocolate, the perfect combination for cardiometabolic health?

Incorporating almonds, dark chocolate and cocoa into a healthy isocaloric diet may reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease.

Sevilla Congress App and Online Meeting Point Are Already Available

Connect, meet and plan your experience by downloading the INC Congress App.

Can Prunes Help You Improve Your Intestinal Health?

A new scientific study published in the Clinical Nutrition journal investigated the effect of prunes on stool output, gut transit time and gastrointestinal microbiota.
 

A High Nut Consumption May Be Associated With a Reduced Incidence of Cancer Recurrence

People with stage III colon cancer who consumed nuts regularly were at significantly lower risk of cancer recurrence and mortality than those who did not eat nuts, according to a new study recently published in the Journal of Clinical Oncology.
 

GulFood 2018 Hosts the 2nd Edition of the INC Pavilion in Dubai

19 co-exhibitors from 11 countries joined the Pavilion that has provided them with a matchless service featured by premium position and high-traffic of visitors. As a result of the commercial activity deployed by INC staff, thousands of delegates have visited the INC Pavilion and more than 30 new companies have applied for membership.

Cashews May Help Increase “Good” Cholesterol and Reduce Blood Pressure