Does Medication Status Impact the Effectiveness of Nuts in Altering Blood Pressure and Lipids? A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Context: Nut consumption is attributed to improvements in risk factors for cardiovascular disease (CVD), including high blood pressure (BP) and dyslipidemia. However, it is unclear whether these effects are altered with concurrent treatment with BP and lipid-lowering medication. Objective: We sought to investigate the effects of the consumption of whole tree nuts and peanuts (collectively […]
Effect of Nut Consumption on Human Gene Expression: A Systematic Review of Clinical Trials
Context: The consumption of nuts has beneficial effects on cardiovascular health, body composition, cognitive functions, the intestinal microbiota, and satiety control, but how nuts and their nutrients impact related gene expression is unclear. Objective: We analyzed the effects of nut consumption on human gene expression as investigated in controlled clinical trials. Data Sources: This systematic […]
Scientific evidence of interventions using the Mediterranean diet: A systematic review.
The Mediterranean Diet has been associated with greater longevity and quality of life in epidemiological studies; the majority being observational. The application of evidence-based medicine to the area of public health nutrition involves the necessity of developing clinical trials and systematic reviews to develop sound recommendations. The purpose of this study was to analyze and […]
Healthy traditional Mediterranean diet: an expression of culture; history; and lifestyle.
The term Mediterranean diet refers to dietary patterns found in olive-growing areas of the Mediterranean region and described in the 1960s and beyond. There are several variants of the Mediterranean diet; but some common components can be identified: high monounsaturated/saturated fat ratio; ethanol consumption at moderate levels and mainly in the form of wine; high […]
The traditional and emerging role of nuts in healthful diets.
Throughout history; nuts have been a staple food providing energy; protein; essential fatty acids; vitamins; and minerals. Today; nuts are classified as part of the USDA Food Guide Pyramid's Meat/ Meat Alternate Group. Foods in this group contribute protein as well as important vitamins and minerals to the diet. Nuts are also being studied for […]