Nut Consumption Improves Numerous Measures of Heart Health
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. Study shows that consuming 1/4 ounce of tree nuts daily significantly improved BMI, blood pressure, cholesterol, and blood sugar control. (more…)
Eating Nuts may Reduce the Risk of Pancreatic Cancer
Written by Jessica Patella, ND. This large, 30-year study of nurses determined that those who consumed two or more servings of nuts per week had a significantly lower incidence of pancreatic cancer than those who almost never ate nuts. (more…)
Almonds: A Healthy Snack
Written by Jessica Patella, ND. Daily snacking on 36 almonds (250 calories) for 4 weeks suppressed hunger levels and did not affect body weight in individuals at risk of developing type two diabetes. (more…)
Eating Nuts May Help You Live Longer
Written by Jessica Patella, ND. Eating nuts more than three times per week reduced the risk of death by 34-45% depending on the type of nut used. (more…)
The Impact of Pistachios on Cholesterol Levels
Written by Jessica Patella, ND. This review analyzed data from 8 different studies which highlight the beneficial effects of pistachios on cholesterol levels. The researchers suggest that pistachios should be considered part of a healthy diet. (more…)
Does Olive Oil, Walnuts and Almonds Affect Cholesterol Levels Beneficially?
Written by Jessica Patella, ND. Walnut and almond enriched diets lowered LDL cholesterol in a study of 18 participants. (more…)
Eating Flaxseed for Breast Health
Written by Jessica Patella, ND. Studies show that consumption of flaxseed or flax bread was associated with a 20 – 30% reduced risk of developing breast cancer. (more…)
Walnuts Associated with Lower Risk of Type 2 Diabetes
Written by Jessicca Patella, ND. A large study of 58,063 women aged 52-77 and 79,893 women aged 35-52 has determined that consumption of walnuts lowers risk of diabetes. After 10 years, the participants consuming 1 serving per week of walnuts had a 15% lower risk of type-2 diabetes and those consuming 2 or more servings had a 21% lower risk of type-2 diabetes. (more…)
Flaxseed May Help Inflammation Health in Patients with Kidney Disease
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. 160 patients with kidney failure given 2 grams flaxseed oil had 36% greater decrease in a marker of inflammation than the control group and had cholesterol benefits. (more…)
Walnuts May Help Fertility Health In Men
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. From a total of 117 men, those who ate walnuts had a 3.5 % higher increase in blood levels of omega-6 fats and a 4.5 % higher increase in blood levels of omega-3 fats than the control group. The walnut group also had significant increases of 5.5% in sperm vitality and 5.7% in sperm motility compared to control. (more…)
Almonds Help Inflammation Health in Diabetics
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. Almond consumption dropped two markers of inflammation by 10.3% and 15.7%. (more…)
Brazilian Nut Consumption Improves Health in Obese Women
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. In a study of 37 severely obese women, all were deficient in selenium before the study and consumed one Brazil nut per day (one nut provides over 5 times the RDA of selenium). After 8 weeks all were sufficient in selenium and increased HDL (good) cholesterol by 18%. (more…)
Chia Seeds May Benefit Omega-3 Health in Postmenopausal Women
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. A new study with 10 postmenopausal women ranging in age from 54 to 56 years suggests that milled chia seeds may be a good source of plant-based omega-3 fats. (more…)
Nuts: The Ultimate Antioxidant
Written by Jessica Patella, ND. Research shows that people who eat nuts twice a week are 31% less likely to gain weight. (more…)
Review Cites “Remarkable Consistency” in Health Value of Nut Consumption
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. Four studies have indicated that nut consumption is related to reduced risk in coronary heart disease. (more…)
Review Finds Multiple Health Benefits of Pistachios
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. Participants consuming pistachios had a 6.4% decrease in the total cholesterol, HDL cholesterol ratio, 43% increase in blood vessel relaxation, 4.5 % decrease in Body Mass Index, and 24% improvement in a marker for inflammation. (more…)
Olive Oil and Walnut Consumption Linked to Mental Health in Elderly
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. In a study with 447 patients at high cardiovascular risk, those with the highest intakes of polyphenols had 20% higher delayed memory recall scores. (more…)
Including Walnuts in Foods Good for the Brain – Informed Opinion
Written by Patrick B. Massey, M.D., Ph.D. A recent study found that a daily ration of one half cup of walnuts was associated with an 11.2% improvement in test scores in 64 students. (more…)
Grab a Handful of Macadamia Nuts for Heart Health
Written by Jessica Patella, ND. Study shows that daily consumption of 1.5 ounces of macadamia nuts significantly reduced total cholesterol and LDL cholesterol levels. (more…)
Specific Dietary Modifications (Viscous Fiber, Plant Sterols, Soy and Nuts) Significantly Reduce Serum LDL Cholesterol
Written by Susan Sweeny Johnson, PhD, Biochem. In a study with 351 patients with high levels of fats in the blood, specific dietary modifications (viscous fiber, plant sterols, soy and nuts) significantly reduced serum LDL cholesterol were recommended. This resulted in a 10% reduced risk for coronary heart disease. (more…)
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