Pecan Intake Improves Lipoprotein Particle Concentrations Compared with Usual Intake in Adults at Increased Risk of Cardiometabolic Diseases: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Background: Pecan consumption consistently improves lipoproteins, but less research has investigated the effect of pecans on lipoprotein subfractions. Objectives: The aim was to investigate the effect of substitution of usual snack foods with 57 g/d of pecans on lipoprotein particle subfractions and apolipoproteins compared with continuing usual intake after 12 wk. Exploratory analyses evaluated effects […]

Effect of Nut Consumption on Human Gene Expression: A Systematic Review of Clinical Trials

Context: The consumption of nuts has beneficial effects on cardiovascular health, body composition, cognitive functions, the intestinal microbiota, and satiety control, but how nuts and their nutrients impact related gene expression is unclear. Objective: We analyzed the effects of nut consumption on human gene expression as investigated in controlled clinical trials. Data Sources: This systematic […]

Unveiling the Impact of Peanut Consumption on Telomere Length in Young and Healthy Individuals: Insights from the ARISTOTLE Study: A Randomized Clinical Trial

Diet is a potential modulator of telomere length (TL), but the impact of individual dietary components, such as nuts, on TL in young, healthy individuals remains underexplored. Peanuts are rich in bioactive compounds that may influence TL. Therefore, to fill this gap of knowledge, this study aimed to investigate the effect of peanut consumption on […]

Tariffs: China and USA Agree to Partially De-escalate for 90 Days

EU launches public consultation on potential countermeasures affecting nuts and dried fruits On May 12, 2025, the United States and China released a joint statement outlining an agreement to substantially reduce tariffs on each other’s goods for an initial period of 90 days. As reported by CNN, each side agreed to lower tariffs on the […]

New Review Highlights How Nut Consumption Influences Gene Expression for Better Health

Nuts may help regulate genes linked to inflammation, oxidative stress, and cardiovascular well-being A recent systematic review published in Nutrition Reviews found that eating nuts may beneficially modulate the expression of human genes related to chronic diseases, shedding light on the molecular mechanisms behind nuts’ health benefits. The review examined 13 clinical trials investigating how […]

New Study Finds Peanuts May Help Protect DNA in Young Adults

Eating skin-roasted peanuts had a positive impact on telomere length A recent clinical trial published in the journal Antioxidants suggests that regular peanut consumption may help protect DNA by increasing telomere length in healthy young adults. Telomeres are protective caps at the ends of chromosomes that naturally shorten with age and stress. Shorter telomeres are […]

INC-Funded Study Finds Dried Fruit May Help Ease Chronic Constipation

90 grams of dried fruit daily led to significant increases in complete bowel movements Results from an INC-funded study were presented at the Digestive Disease Week conference, held in San Diego, California (USA) on May 3-6, 2025. The study was a randomized, placebo-controlled, food intervention trial that investigated the impact of dried fruit, fruit juice, […]

Global Leaders Gather at INC Congress to Shape the Future of Nuts and Dried Fruits

May, 2025 The International Nut and Dried Fruit Council welcomed 1,520+ professionals from 73 countries to its flagship event, May 8–10, 2025 in Mallorca, Spain. The congress served as a global platform for sharing insights, innovation, and addressing the future of the nut and dried fruit industry. Preliminary data discussed during the round tables indicates […]

Latest Trade News and Agreements: April 2025

Tariffs Update: EU Pauses Countermeasures Against US Goods to Allow Time for Negotiations Tariffs on peanut butter and dried cranberries are suspended until July 14; tariffs on almonds take effect December 1 As announced by European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen last week, the EU has officially paused its planned countermeasures against US goods to allow […]