Mixed nut consumption improves brain insulin sensitivity: a randomized, single-blinded, controlled, crossover trial in older adults with overweight or obesity
CONCLUSIONS: Longer-term mixed nut consumption affected insulin action in brain regions involved in the modulation of metabolic and cognitive processes in older adults with overweight/obesity. Intrahepatic lipid content and different cardiometabolic risk markers also improved, but peripheral insulin sensitivity was not affected.TRIAL REGISTRATION NUMBER: NCT04210869 (ClinicalTrials.gov).PMID:38128733 | DOI:10.1016/j.ajcnut.2023.12.010 (Source: The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition)
Source: The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition - December 21, 2023 Category: Nutrition Authors: Kevin M R Nijssen Ronald P Mensink Jogchum Plat Dimo Ivanov Hubert Preissl Peter J Joris Source Type: research
Mixed nut consumption improves brain insulin sensitivity: a randomized, single-blinded, controlled, crossover trial in older adults with overweight or obesity
CONCLUSIONS: Longer-term mixed nut consumption affected insulin action in brain regions involved in the modulation of metabolic and cognitive processes in older adults with overweight/obesity. Intrahepatic lipid content and different cardiometabolic risk markers also improved, but peripheral insulin sensitivity was not affected.TRIAL REGISTRATION NUMBER: NCT04210869 (ClinicalTrials.gov).PMID:38128733 | DOI:10.1016/j.ajcnut.2023.12.010 (Source: Am J Clin Nutr)
Source: Am J Clin Nutr - December 21, 2023 Category: Nutrition Authors: Kevin M R Nijssen Ronald P Mensink Jogchum Plat Dimo Ivanov Hubert Preissl Peter J Joris Source Type: research
Mixed nut consumption improves brain insulin sensitivity: a randomized, single-blinded, controlled, crossover trial in older adults with overweight or obesity
CONCLUSIONS: Longer-term mixed nut consumption affected insulin action in brain regions involved in the modulation of metabolic and cognitive processes in older adults with overweight/obesity. Intrahepatic lipid content and different cardiometabolic risk markers also improved, but peripheral insulin sensitivity was not affected.TRIAL REGISTRATION NUMBER: NCT04210869 (ClinicalTrials.gov).PMID:38128733 | DOI:10.1016/j.ajcnut.2023.12.010 (Source: The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition)
Source: The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition - December 21, 2023 Category: Nutrition Authors: Kevin M R Nijssen Ronald P Mensink Jogchum Plat Dimo Ivanov Hubert Preissl Peter J Joris Source Type: research
Mixed nut consumption improves brain insulin sensitivity: a randomized, single-blinded, controlled, crossover trial in older adults with overweight or obesity
CONCLUSIONS: Longer-term mixed nut consumption affected insulin action in brain regions involved in the modulation of metabolic and cognitive processes in older adults with overweight/obesity. Intrahepatic lipid content and different cardiometabolic risk markers also improved, but peripheral insulin sensitivity was not affected.TRIAL REGISTRATION NUMBER: NCT04210869 (ClinicalTrials.gov).PMID:38128733 | DOI:10.1016/j.ajcnut.2023.12.010 (Source: Am J Clin Nutr)
Source: Am J Clin Nutr - December 21, 2023 Category: Nutrition Authors: Kevin M R Nijssen Ronald P Mensink Jogchum Plat Dimo Ivanov Hubert Preissl Peter J Joris Source Type: research
The effect of foliar application of Ascophyllum nodosum (L.) Le Jol. seaweed extract on biochemical traits related to abiotic stresses in pistachio (Pistacia vera L. cv. Kaleh-Ghoochi)
Due to the important economic role of pistachio (Pistacia vera L.) the cultivation of this valuable crop has been extended. Various abiotic stresses harm the growth and performance of pistachio. Seaweed extract c... (Source: BMC Plant Biology)
Source: BMC Plant Biology - December 11, 2023 Category: Biology Authors: Mohammadali Nikoogoftar-Sedghi, Vali Rabiei, Farhang Razavi, Sanaz Molaei and Ali Khadivi Tags: Research Source Type: research
Pistachios as a recovery food following downhill running exercise in recreational team-sport individuals
(Source: European Journal of Sport Science)
Source: European Journal of Sport Science - December 1, 2023 Category: Sports Medicine Authors: Philpott, Jordan Kern, Mark Hooshmand, Shirin Carson, Imogene Rayo, Vernon North, Elise Okamoto, Lauren O ’Neil, Timothy Hong, Mee Young Liu, Changqi Dreczkowski, Gillian Rodriguez-Sanchez, Nidia Witard, Oliver C. Galloway, Stuart D. Source Type: research
Citrin allergy is rare but perplexing
In the setting of reported reactions to citrus seed and pectin in patients with cashew allergy, Konstantinou et al1 sought to determine whether they could identify homologous antigens in citrus seeds, pectin, and cashews. As described in their article “Citrin: a novel food allergen in citrus seeds and citrus-derived pectin that shows cross-reactivity with cashew and pistachio,” they used gel electrophoresis, Western blots, and tandem mass spectrometry to identify citrin, an 11S globulin seed storage protein in the cupin superfamily, as a comm on denominator in lemon, orange and grapefruit seeds, grapefruit pectin, and ...
Source: Annals of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology - December 1, 2023 Category: Allergy & Immunology Authors: Elizabeth Gilje, Maureen Bauer Tags: Editorial Source Type: research
Photocatalytic activity of silver nanoparticles@cellulose nanocomposites, from pistachio husk, in the toxic azo commercial dye degradation
Int J Biol Macromol. 2023 Oct 31:127805. doi: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2023.127805. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTIn this work, an over-the-counter commercial dye, containing direct blue 151 in its composition, which is also discarded without any environmental regulation, was efficiency photodegraded using a green chemistry-synthesized nanocomposites type silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) supported on pistachio husk (PH). The green synthesis (GS) of the nanocomposites was carried out using the Anemopsis californica leaf extract (ExAc) as a reducing-stabilizing agent (AgNPs/ExAc-PH), for the first time. The presence of AgNPs on the na...
Source: International Journal of Biological Macromolecules - November 2, 2023 Category: Biochemistry Authors: Sayra Guadalupe Hernandez-Castro Luc ía Z Flores-López Heriberto Espinoza-Gomez Gabriel Alonso-Nu ñez Source Type: research
Photocatalytic activity of silver nanoparticles@cellulose nanocomposites, from pistachio husk, in the toxic azo commercial dye degradation
Int J Biol Macromol. 2023 Oct 31:127805. doi: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2023.127805. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTIn this work, an over-the-counter commercial dye, containing direct blue 151 in its composition, which is also discarded without any environmental regulation, was efficiency photodegraded using a green chemistry-synthesized nanocomposites type silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) supported on pistachio husk (PH). The green synthesis (GS) of the nanocomposites was carried out using the Anemopsis californica leaf extract (ExAc) as a reducing-stabilizing agent (AgNPs/ExAc-PH), for the first time. The presence of AgNPs on the na...
Source: International Journal of Biological Macromolecules - November 2, 2023 Category: Biochemistry Authors: Sayra Guadalupe Hernandez-Castro Luc ía Z Flores-López Heriberto Espinoza-Gomez Gabriel Alonso-Nu ñez Source Type: research
Pyrogallol Toxicosis in Horses
Plants in the maple genus, Acer, and pistachio genus, Pistacia, have been reported to cause acute hemolysis in horses. The cause of hemolysis seems to be metabolism of gallic acids to the potent oxidant pyrogallol by enteric bacteria of the horse. Diagnosis is often tentative and circumstantial. Treatment is symptomatic and supportive and can include detoxification, fluid and electrolyte therapy, supplemental oxygen, and pain control. Corticosteroid and antioxidant therapies do not improve prognosis. Prognosis is guarded to poor but horses that survive 6 days postexposure are expected to recover. (Source: Veterinary Clin...
Source: Veterinary Clinics of North America: Equine Practice - November 1, 2023 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Karyn Bischoff Source Type: research
Molecules, Vol. 28, Pages 7269: A Review of Foods of Plant Origin as Sources of Vitamins with Proven Activity in Oxidative Stress Prevention According to EFSA Scientific Evidence
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Beyond their nutritional benefits, vitamins could decrease the risk of chronic diseases due to their potent antioxidant capacity. The present work is aimed at reviewing the state of the art regarding (1) the vitamins involved in oxidative stress prevention in accordance with the requirements established by the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) and (2) the foods of plant origin that are sources of those vitamins and have potential benefits against oxidative stress in humans. According to the European regulations based on EFSA scientific evidence, riboflavin, vitamin C, and vitamin E are those vitamins subjecte...
Source: Molecules - October 25, 2023 Category: Chemistry Authors: Mar ía Ciudad-Mulero Laura Dom ínguez Patricia Morales Virginia Fern ández-Ruiz Monta ña Cámara Tags: Review Source Type: research
Iron-coated nutshell waste bioadsorbents: Synthesis, phosphate remediation, and subsequent fertilizer application
Environ Res. 2023 Oct 21:117468. doi: 10.1016/j.envres.2023.117468. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTThe increasing incidence of freshwater nutrient pollution worldwide has highlighted the need for improved phosphate capture technologies. Successful phosphate recovery from agricultural sources and commercial wastewater can help prevent freshwater algal bloom contamination, while also reducing the dependency on finite phosphate reserves. Biodegradable biosorbents have the potential to remove phosphate from water; however, their potential as slow-release fertilizers has not been tested. Novel biosorbents were developed by coati...
Source: Environmental Research - October 23, 2023 Category: Environmental Health Authors: Chandra M Tummala Mohammed Dardona Sai Praneeth Sanjay K Mohanty Timothy M Dittrich Source Type: research
Effectiveness of plant-mediated synthesis of hydroxyapatite nano-particles impregnated in Pistachio oleogum resin on mineral contents of human teeth. An in-situ single-blind controlled study
CONCLUSIONS: Saqqez gum can be considered a wholesome natural chewing gum that serves, as a carrier for delivering remineralization agents to the tooth surfaces. This was evident in the groups containing n-HA, exhibiting elevated Ca+2 levels. It's noteworthy that G n-HA demonstrated less efficacy in enamel remineralization compared to S n-HA.PMID:37852085 | DOI:10.1016/j.jmbbm.2023.106155 (Source: Journal of the Mechanical Behavior of Biomedical Materials)
Source: Journal of the Mechanical Behavior of Biomedical Materials - October 18, 2023 Category: Materials Science Authors: Alireza Ranjbar Hassani Mahin Baladi Mahnaz Amiri Faeze Hamze Masoud Salavati-Niasari Maryam Sharifi Reem Hanna Source Type: research
Effectiveness of plant-mediated synthesis of hydroxyapatite nano-particles impregnated in Pistachio oleogum resin on mineral contents of human teeth. An in-situ single-blind controlled study
CONCLUSIONS: Saqqez gum can be considered a wholesome natural chewing gum that serves, as a carrier for delivering remineralization agents to the tooth surfaces. This was evident in the groups containing n-HA, exhibiting elevated Ca+2 levels. It's noteworthy that G n-HA demonstrated less efficacy in enamel remineralization compared to S n-HA.PMID:37852085 | DOI:10.1016/j.jmbbm.2023.106155 (Source: Journal of the Mechanical Behavior of Biomedical Materials)
Source: Journal of the Mechanical Behavior of Biomedical Materials - October 18, 2023 Category: Materials Science Authors: Alireza Ranjbar Hassani Mahin Baladi Mahnaz Amiri Faeze Hamze Masoud Salavati-Niasari Maryam Sharifi Reem Hanna Source Type: research
Aflatoxins and Ochratoxin A in dried fruits from Morocco: Monitoring, regulatory aspects, and exposure assessment
Regul Toxicol Pharmacol. 2023 Sep 29:105503. doi: 10.1016/j.yrtph.2023.105503. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTThe present study aims to investigate the presence of Aflatoxins (AF) in 180 samples dried fruits and Ochratoxin A (OTA) in 210 samples dried fruits and grape juices collected in Morocco. Mycotoxins were analyzed by high performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) coupled to fluorescence detection and immunoaffinity columns (IAC) cleanup. Contamination levels were compared with the maximum regulatory limits (MRL) recently adopted in the country, and mycotoxin exposure of adult consumers was assessed. Results showed tha...
Source: Regulatory Toxicology and Pharmacology : RTP - October 1, 2023 Category: Toxicology Authors: Nysrine Mannani Mounir El Boujamaai Aicha Sifou Mohamed Bennani Chakib El Adlouni El Hassane Abdennebi Abdellah Zinedine Source Type: research
