Consuming walnuts and select other whole foods as part of a healthy diet may be associated with a reduced risk of physical function impairments throughout the aging process in women. A new study published in the Journal of Nutrition suggests that consuming 1-2 servings of walnuts per week (1/4 cup…

Published research suggested millennials may be able to improve their fat metabolism by regularly eating foods that contain polyunsaturated fats, including walnuts, salmon, tuna, flaxseed oil, grapeseed oil and canola oil1. Researchers had the participants complete a lead-in diet followed by meals high in saturated fat. Then, 16 participants were…

Omega-3 fatty acids, found in marine and plant-based foods, have long been studied in the nutrition world, but emerging science is examining the unique benefits of the three types of omega-3s. A study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association, indicates that both plant and marine-based sources of omega-3s are…

While nutrition experts know that eating the right kinds of dietary fat is key to a healthier lifestyle, some consumers still fear fats when trying to lose weight. Helping your clients understand how fat fits into their diet may help them achieve their weight loss goals while also improving other…

A study led by Dr. Michael C. Falk of the Life Sciences Research Organization and published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, uncovered some interesting results regarding the positive effects of consuming tree nuts. The results support a growing body of research on tree nuts’ beneficial role relating to…

A study from Spain published in the Journal of the American Medical Association suggests that a Mediterranean diet supplemented with olive oil or mixed nuts (primarily walnuts) may counter age-related decline in cognitive function. Combined with evidence from previous studies,1 the results suggest that the plant-forward, antioxidant-rich Mediterranean diet may…