Lower Depression Scores among Walnut Consumers in NHANES.

Background: Multiple studies have shown a Mediterranean diet, characterized by their olive oil and nut consumption, to be correlated with lower depression risk. Objective: To examine whether part of this reduced risk in the United States is attributable to walnut consumption, we analyzed data on walnut consumption and depression scores from the National Health and […]

The effect of nuts on markers of glycemic control: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.

BACKGROUND: Observational evidence suggests higher nut consumption is associated with better glycemic control; however, it is unclear if this association is causal. OBJECTIVES: We aimed to conduct a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials to examine the effect of tree nuts and peanuts on markers of glycemic control in adults. METHODS: A systematic […]

Nut Consumption in Relation to Cardiovascular Disease Incidence and Mortality among Patients with Diabetes Mellitus.

RATIONALE: The evidence regarding the potential health benefits of nut consumption among individuals with type 2 diabetes is limited. OBJECTIVE: To examine intake of total and specific types of nuts, including tree nuts and peanuts, in relation to subsequent risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD), including coronary heart disease (CHD) and stroke, and all-cause and cause-specific […]

Consumption of cashew nuts does not influence blood lipids or other markers of cardiovascular disease in humans: a randomized controlled trial.

BACKGROUND: The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved a qualified health claim for tree nuts and reduction of cardiovascular disease. However, cashews are excluded from that claim due to their content of saturated fats, which is predominantly stearic acid. Because stearic acid is neutral with respect to blood lipids, several studies have been conducted […]

EU: Standing Committee – Contaminants

At the last Standing Committee of the Section ‘Novel Food and Toxicological Safety’ held on February 8, 2019, Members States discussed some contaminants.