Almond Consumption Improves Inflammatory Profiles Independent of Weight Change: A 6-Week Randomized Controlled Trial in Adults with Obesity - PubMed
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- Almond consumption for six weeks improved inflammatory cytokine profiles in adults with obesity.
- The study was a randomized controlled trial involving 69 adults with obesity, comparing almond consumption to an isocaloric cookie snack.
- Almond intake significantly decreased serum IL-6, TNF-α, and IFN-γ levels compared to the cookie group.
- No significant changes were observed in body weight, innate immune cell counts, or metabolic markers like glucose and insulin.
- Almond consumption improved diet quality by increasing intake of monounsaturated fats, fiber, and micronutrients like magnesium and zinc.
- The findings suggest almonds can be part of a healthy diet to reduce obesity-related inflammation without weight loss.