Diet composition and the metabolic syndrome: what is the optimal fat intake?
Two cholesterol-raising fatty acids in the diet; saturated fatty acids and trans fatty acids; increase the serum low-density lipoprotein cholesterol concentration. This fact justifies the recommendation of a reduced intake of cholesterol-raising fatty acids. Emerging data suggest that diets higher in unsaturated fatty acids; particularly monounsaturated fatty acids; have several advantages over high-carbohydrate intakes. This […]
Nut consumption; body weight and insulin resistance.
The beneficial effects of nuts on cardiovascular health are well known. However; since nuts provide a high caloric and fat content; some concern exists regarding a potential detrimental effect on body weight and insulin resistance. The current data available did not support such a negative effect of nut consumption on the short term or when […]
Peanut (Arachis hypogaea) consumption improves Glutathione and HDL-cholesterol levels in experimental diabetes.
The aim of this investigation was to assess the influence of peanut (Arachis hypogaea) consumption on oxidant-antioxidant status and lipid profile in Streptozotocin (STZ) induced diabetic rats. 32 rats were divided into 4 groups as control; control+peanut; diabetic; diabetic+peanut. Control and diabetic groups were fed on standard rat chow whereas control+peanut and diabetic+peanut were fed […]