Effects of Longer-Term Mixed Nut Consumption on Lipoprotein Particle Concentrations in Older Adults with Overweight or Obesity
Background: Recently, we reported that longer-term mixed nut intake significantly reduced serum total and low-density lipoprotein (LDL)-cholesterol, but these markers may not fully capture lipoprotein-related cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk. Objectives: This randomized, controlled, single-blinded, crossover trial in older adults with overweight or obesity examined the effects of longer-term mixed nut consumption on lipoprotein particle size, […]
Study Shows Longer-Term Mixed Nut Consumption May Reduce Cardiovascular Risk in Older Adults
January 16, 2025. This is the third scientific article to emerge from an INC-funded research project Results from a study funded by the International Nut and Dried Fruit Council have been published in the journal Nutrients.[1] The study showed that longer-term consumption of mixed nuts may lower cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk in older adults with […]
Efficacy of walnut supplementation in managing overweight and obesity: A meta-analysis of randomized clinical trials
This study aimed to assess how effective walnut supplementation is in managing overweight and obesity. A thorough search of PubMed, Embase, and Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials was carried out until March 2024. Two reviewers independently examined the suitability of studies and assessed the quality of reporting in the randomized controlled trials (RCTs) that […]
Drought and heat stress interactions: Unveiling the molecular and physiological responses of Persian walnut
While numerous studies explored the response of walnut plants to drought stress (DS), there remains a significant gap in the knowledge regarding the impact of heat stress (HS) and the combined effects of DS and HS on the recovery capacity of walnut trees. This study aimed to investigate the mechanism of Persian walnut (cv. Chandler) […]
New Meta-Analysis Strengthens Evidence That Nuts May Lower Cardiovascular Risk
The findings refute a study questioning the benefits of nut consumption A systematic review and meta-analysis funded by the International Nut and Dried Fruit Council (INC) has just been published in the prestigious scientific journal Nutrition, Metabolism and Cardiovascular Diseases.[1] The study showed that current evidence provides a good indication that consuming nuts may advantageously […]
Regulation of Intestinal Inflammation by Walnut-Derived Bioactive Compounds
Walnuts (Juglans regia L.) have shown promising effects in terms of ameliorating inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), attributed to their abundant bioactive compounds. This review comprehensively illustrates the key mechanisms underlying the therapeutic potential of walnuts in IBD management, including the modulation of intestinal mucosa permeability, the regulation of inflammatory pathways (such as NF-kB, COX/COX2, MAPCK/MAPK, […]
Unveiling the “hidden quality” of the walnut pellicle: a precious source of bioactive lipids
Tree nut consumption has been widely associated with various health benefits, with walnuts, in particular, being linked with improved cardiovascular and neurological health. These benefits have been attributed to walnuts’ vast array of phenolic antioxidants and abundant polyunsaturated fatty acids. However, recent studies have revealed unexpected clinical outcomes related to walnut consumption, which cannot be […]
Effective Co2+ removal from aqueous solution and industrial wastewater using ZIF-7 and MnFe2O4-modified walnut shell biochar composite
In this study, we developed a novel magnetic composite of walnut shell biochar (WSB) and modified it with ZIF-7 for the purpose of removing Co2+ ions. We conducted a comprehensive evaluation of its performance in Co2+ removal, considering various factors such as contact time, temperature, adsorbent dose, pH, and initial Co2+ concentration. Utilizing response surface […]
Effects of energy-restricted diets with or without nuts on weight, body composition and glycaemic control in adults: a scoping review
Energy-restricted (ER) diets promote weight loss and improve body composition and glycaemic control. Nut consumption also improves these parameters. However, less is known about the combined benefit of these two strategies. This scoping review implemented a systematic search of Medline, Embase and Scopus to identify randomised controlled trials evaluating the effect of ER diets with […]
INC Unveils Gen Z Preferences for Nuts and Dried Fruits and Snacking in Latin America
Peanuts, almonds and walnuts are consumed the most among Gen Z in Latin America 96% snack between meals, yogurt, dairy products, and fresh fruits being common choices Taste and health benefits are the primary drivers for consuming nuts and dried fruits INC’s NutTunes campaign set to encourage nut and dried fruit consumption through Spotify The […]