Effects of introduced macadamia on soil organic carbon and water stocks in subtropical agroforestry systems of southwestern China
Macadamia (Macadamia integrifolia)-based agroforestry systems, widely adopted in Yunnan Province, China since 1981, are critical for soil organic carbon (SOC) sequestration. However, their effects on SOC stocks and coupling mechanisms with soil water dynamics remains poorly understood. This study quantified changes in SOC and soil water stocks following the conversion from primary forest to macadamia […]
Mitigating tropical cyclone susceptibility in pecan (Carya illinoinensis) orchards
The production of tree nuts such as almonds, walnuts, pistachios, and pecans is a globally important agricultural industry. Climate risk posed to tree nut orchards was recently brought to light by a series of severe tropical cyclone impacts to the primary pecan-producing areas of Georgia, USA which caused $1.2 billion USD in losses. Understanding how […]
Sex-specific Leukocyte Responses to Peanut Allergen: Uncovering Potential Links to the Molecular Circadian Clock
Food allergies, particularly peanut allergies, are on the rise, affecting ∼10% of the U.S. population and 17% of adults. We explored sex-based differences in inflammatory responses to peanut allergens using a mouse model. Female mice exhibited severe allergic symptoms and a greater drop in body temperature than males when challenged with peanut extract and cholera […]
Infant diet recommendations reduce IgE-mediated egg, peanut and cow’s milk allergies
Background: Meta-analyses of randomized controlled trials have found that introducing eggs and peanuts earlier during infancy reduced egg and peanut allergy risk. Hence, infant feeding advice has dramatically changed from previous recommendations of avoidance to current recommendations of inclusion of common food allergens in infant diets. Objective: To compare the prevalence of IgE-mediated food allergies […]
The kinetics of epitope-specific IgE and IgG4 in early peanut allergy development and resolution
Background: The development and resolution of peanut allergy (PA) was evaluated in children enrolled or screened for the LEAP intervention trial. The development of epitope-specific-immunoglobulin(es-Ig)E and es-IgG4 antibodies was evaluated in a subset of these children to determine whether their PA status could be predicted at 4-11 months of age. Methods: Sera from 386children enrolled […]
The kinetics of early peanut allergy development and resolution in the EAT, LEAP, and PAS cohorts
Background: Little is known about the development and resolution of early peanut allergy (PA). We examined the natural history and biomarkers of PA longitudinally in three cohorts. Methods: PA development was examined in the EAT, LEAP and PAS cohorts. Early PA was defined by skin prick test (SPT) >4mm by 12-months or oral food challenge […]
Effect of the Mediterranean diet supplemented with olive oil versus the Mediterranean diet supplemented with mixed nuts on blood pressure and serum lipid indexes among adults: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials
Background and Aim: Hypertension and dyslipidemia are major risk factors for cardiovascular disease (CVD). This systematic review and meta-analysis compared the effects of two Mediterranean (MED) dietary patterns—one supplemented with olive oil and the other with mixed nuts—on blood pressure and lipid profile. Methods and Results: Relevant studies published until April 24, 2024, were thoroughly […]
Association Between Nut Consumption and Metabolic Syndrome in Korean Adults
Objective: Although nuts have been reported to lower the risk of multiple diseases, evidence regarding their effect on metabolic syndrome (MetS) in Asian populations is limited. Therefore, this study aimed to clarify the association between nut consumption and the risk of MetS. Methods: A cross-sectional analysis was conducted using data from the seventh Korea National […]
Association of nut consumption and sarcopenia in Chinese older adults
Sarcopenia emerges as a predominant health concern among the older adults, it makes the identification of relational factors crucial. Nut, a universally consumed dietary component, is posited to confer benefits to the musculoskeletal system. This study aimed to elucidate the association between nut consumption and sarcopenia in Chinese older adults. Data concerning nut consumption and […]
Impact of a 12-Week Hypocaloric Weight Loss Diet with Mixed Tree Nuts vs. Pretzels on Trimethylamine-N-Oxide (TMAO) Levels in Overweight Adults
Trimethylamine N-oxide (TMAO), a gut microbiome metabolite linked to cardiovascular health, can be influenced by dietary factors like choline intake and diet quality. This study compared the effects of mixed tree nuts (MTNs) and pretzels, as part of a 12-week hypocaloric weight loss diet, on TMAO levels and identified dietary predictors. Methods: Plasma samples from […]