Association of the Mediterranean dietary pattern with the incidence of depression: the Seguimiento Universidad de Navarra/University of Navarra follow-up (SUN) cohort

CONTEXT: Adherence to the Mediterranean dietary pattern (MDP) is thought to reduce inflammatory; vascular; and metabolic processes that may be involved in the risk of clinical depression. OBJECTIVE: To assess the association between adherence to the MDP and the incidence of clinical depression. DESIGN: Prospective study that uses a validated 136-item food frequency questionnaire to […]

The anti-ophidian properties of Anacardium occidentale bark extract

Snakebites in rural areas of tropical and subtropical regions are commonly treated with medicinal plants. In this report; we have studied the ability of Anacardium occidentale bark extract to neutralize enzymatic as well as pharmacological effects induced by Vipera russelii venom. The extract neutralized the viper venom hydrolytic enzymes such as phospholipase; protease; and hyaluronidase […]

Effect of pistachio oil on gene expression of IFN-induced protein with tetratricopeptide repeats 2: A biomarker of inflammatory response

When incorporated into the diet; pistachios have a beneficial effect on lipid and lipoprotein profiles. However; little is known about potential anti-inflammatory properties. This study was conducted to determine whether pistachio oil and an organic extract from pistachio oil extract (PE) regulated expression of inflammation-related genes. A mouse macrophage cell line (RAW 264.7 cells) was […]

Authentication and traceability study of hazelnuts from piedmont; Italy

Hazelnut is one of the most important items in high-quality food products from Piedmont; Italy. The 'Tonda Gentile delle Langhe' (TGL) variety is acknowledged all over the world as the best one; and it is particularly appreciated when used to provide flavor in chocolate products. Authentication and/or traceability studies must therefore be developed to safeguard […]

Effect of pistachio diet on lipid parameters; endothelial function; inflammation; and oxidative status: A prospective study

OBJECTIVE: Recent studies have suggested that nuts have favorable effects beyond lipid lowering. We aimed to investigate effect of the Antep pistachio (Pistacia vera L.) on blood glucose; lipid parameters; endothelial function; inflammation; and oxidation in healthy young men living in a controlled environment. METHODS: A Mediterranean diet was administered to normolipidemic 32 healthy young […]

Effect of Polyphenol-Rich Extract from Walnut on Diet-Induced Hypertriglyceridemia in Mice via Enhancement of Fatty Acid Oxidation in the Liver

The kernel pellicles of walnut are rich in ellagitannins with antioxidative activity. A polyphenol-rich extract from walnuts (WP; 45% polyphenol) was prepared and evaluated for its hypolipidemic effect in high fat diet fed mice. Oral administration of WP (100 and 200 mg/kg) significantly reduced liver weight and liver and serum triglycerides (TG). Hepatic beta-oxidation in […]

Antioxidant Activity of Hazelnut Skin Phenolics

Phenolic compounds were extracted from hazelnut skin using 80% (v/v) aqueous acetone or methanol. The crude extracts were applied onto a Sephadex LH-20 column for two fractionations (Fr. I and Fr. II). Fr. I consisting of low-molecular-weight phenolics was eluted by ethanol; whereas Fr. II consisting of tannins was obtained using acetone/water (1:1; v/v) as […]

The Food Value of Nuts

In 1906 Prof. M. E. Jaffa; of the University of California; who for a number of years has made a study of the food value of nuts and nut products; published an article dealing with this subject. He has recently revised and extended this article; which is now published as Farmers' Bulletin 332 and constitutes […]