Brazil nuts intake improves lipid profile; oxidative stress and microvascular function in obese adolescents: a randomized controlled trial

BACKGROUND: Obesity is a chronic disease associated to an inflammatory process resulting in oxidative stress that leads to morpho-functional microvascular damage that could be improved by some dietary interventions. In this study; the intake of Brazil nuts (Bertholletia excelsa); composed of bioactive substances like selenium; alpha- e gamma- tocopherol; folate and polyunsaturated fatty acids; have […]

Pistachio nuts reduce triglycerides and body weight by comparison to refined carbohydrate snack in obese subjects on a 12-week weight loss program

OBJECTIVE: There is a widely held view that; due to high fat content; snacking on nuts will lead to weight gain; ultimately causing unhealthy changes in lipid profiles. This study is designed to study the effects of pistachio snack consumption on body weight and lipid levels in obese participants under real-world conditions. METHODS: Participants were […]

Breakfast: a good habit; not a repetitive custom

In developed countries; obesity is the most frequent nutritional disorder; and overweight and obesity prevalences have increased whilst physical activity and breakfast consumption have declined. There is growing scientific interest in the possible role of breakfast in weight control and in factors such as appetite control; dietary quality and reduced risk for chronic diseases. The […]

Impact of Peanuts and Tree Nuts on Body Weight and Healthy Weight Loss in Adults

Nuts (ground and tree) are rich sources of multiple nutrients and their consumption is associated with health benefits; including reduced cardiovascular disease risk. This has prompted recommendations to increase their consumption. However; they are also high in fat (albeit largely unsaturated) and are energy dense. The associations between these properties; positive energy balance; and body […]

The energetics of nut consumption

Nuts are a nutrient-rich food group. Depending on the type; they may provide substantive concentrations of Vitamin E; magnesium; folate; essential fatty acids; fiber and protein to the diet. They also contain potentially important phytochemicals. By mechanisms yet to be identified; they are reported to improve postprandial lipid profiles and may hold other health benefits. […]