Adherence to a Supplemented Mediterranean Diet Drives Changes in the Gut Microbiota of HIV-1-Infected Individuals
Objective: The health effects of a supplemented Mediterranean diet (SMD) with extra-virgin olive oil (EVOO) and nuts are well documented in non-HIV-infected individuals. We hypothesised that the benefits of an SMD could be mediated by changes in the gut microbiota, even in those with an altered intestinal microbiota such as people living with HIV. Design: […]
Antioxidant Properties of Pecan Shell Bioactive Components of Different Cultivars and Extraction Methods
Pecan shells are a rich source of various bioactive compounds with potential antioxidant and antimicrobial properties. This study investigated the effect of pecan variety and method extraction on the antioxidant property of shell extracts. Twenty different varieties of pecan shells were subjected to either aqueous or ethanolic extraction and were examined for total phenolics and […]
Plant Prebiotics and Their Role in the Amelioration of Diseases
Prebiotics are either natural or synthetic non-digestible (non-)carbohydrate substances that boost the proliferation of gut microbes. Undigested fructooligosaccharides in the large intestine are utilised by the beneficial microorganisms for the synthesis of short-chain fatty acids for their own growth. Although various food products are now recognized as having prebiotic properties, several others, such as almonds, […]
Studying the Evaluation Model of the Nutritional Quality of Edible Vegetable Oil Based on Dietary Nutrient Reference Intake
Edible vegetable oils can provide most of the fatty acids, vitamin E, and certain phytochemicals necessary in the daily human diet to facilitate the required physiological activities. However, there are many types of edible vegetable oils on the market, and evaluating their nutritional quality is a matter of significant interest to consumers and producers. Most […]
Industry Leaders' Outlook for Nuts & Dried Fruits: A Year Since COVID-19
Join us for an overview of the state of the nut and dried fruit industry, demand and prospects. The session will feature discussions and perspectives from industry leaders from the Americas, Europe and Asia. Chaired by Mr. Michael Hohmann, Executive Vice President and CFO, Wonderful Pistachios & Almonds, USA, the webinar will also include Mr. […]
INC 3D Online Conference
The INC has announced that it will host a 3D Online Conference from May 25-27, 2021. This event will have all of the regular sessions that participants love, with an amazing 3D virtual experience. This conference will be highlighted by the introduction of a new 3D virtual platform. Participants of the conference will be able […]
COVID-19 Update: April 7, 2021
COVID-19 Update: April 7, 2021
Industry Highlight: Chilean Walnuts
This Country Product Spotlight is the fourth in a series of industry and market overviews in the Nutfruit magazine. This report provides an overview of production, trade and demand of Chilean walnuts.
The Chilean Walnut Industry’s Adaptation to Climate Change
