Daily Cashew and Brazil Nut Consumption Modifies Intestinal Health in Overweight Women on Energy-Restricted Intervention: A Randomized Controlled Trial (Brazilian Nuts Study)

Kelly Souza Silveira, Brenda; Mayumi Usuda Prado Rocha, Daniela; Stampini Duarte Martino, Hércia; Grancieri, Mariana; Juste Contin Gomes, Mariana; Cuquetto Mantovani, Hilário; Bressan, Josefina; Hermana Miranda Hermsdorff, Helen

doi:10.1016/j.tjnut.2023.12.022

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“…Other studies from our laboratory also demonstrated beneficial effects of nuts on health. The consumption of the mix of nuts enhanced the intestinal microbiota correlating with body fat reduction ( 66 ). In this way, our research group has demonstrated some beneficial effects of Brazilian nuts (Brazil nut and cashew nut) during energy-restriction treatment.…”

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Cashew nut (Anacardium occidentale L.) and cashew nut oil reduce cardiovascular risk factors in adults on weight-loss treatment: a randomized controlled three-arm trial (Brazilian Nuts Study)

Meneguelli,

Kravchychyn,

Wendling

et al. 2024

Front. Nutr.

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IntroductionCashew nut contains bioactive compounds that modulate satiety and food intake, but its effects on body fat during energy restriction remains unknown. This study aimed to assess the effects of cashew nut and cashew nut oil on body fat (primary outcome) as well as adiposity, cardiometabolic and liver function markers (secondary outcomes).Materials and methodsAn eight-week (8-wk) randomized controlled-feeding study involved 68 adults with overweight/obesity (40 women, BMI: 33 ± 4 kg/m2). Participants were randomly assigned to one of the energy-restricted (−500 kcal/d) groups: control (CT, free-nuts), cashew nut (CN, 30 g/d), or cashew nut oil (OL, 30 mL/d). Body weight, body composition, and blood collection were assessed at the baseline and endpoint of the study.ResultsAfter 8-wk, all groups reduced significantly body fat (CT: −3.1 ± 2.8 kg; CN: −3.3 ± 2.7 kg; OL: −1.8 ± 2.6 kg), body weight (CT: −4.2 ± 3.8 kg; CN: −3.9 ± 3.1 kg; OL: −3.4 ± 2.4 kg), waist (CT: −5.1 ± 4.6 cm; CN: −3.9 ± 3.9 cm; OL: −3.7 ± 5.3 cm) and hip circumferences (CT: −2.9 ± 3.0 cm; CN: −2.7 ± 3.1 cm; OL: −2.9 ± 2.3 cm). CN-group reduced liver enzymes (AST: −3.1 ± 5.3 U/L; ALT: −6.0 ± 9.9 U/L), while the OL-group reduced LDL-c (−11.5 ± 21.8 mg/dL) and atherogenic index (−0.2 ± 0.5). Both intervention groups decreased neck circumference (CN: −1.0 ± 1.2 cm; OL: −0.5 ± 1.2 cm) and apo B (CN: −6.6 ± 10.7 mg/dL; OL: −7.0 ± 15.3 mg/dL).ConclusionAfter an 8-wk energy-restricted intervention, all groups reduced body fat (kg), weight, and some others adiposity indicators, with no different effect of cashew nut or cashew nut oil. However, participants in the intervention groups experienced additional reductions in atherogenic marker, liver function biomarkers, and cardiovascular risk factors (neck circumference and apo B levels), with these effects observed across the OL group, CN group, and both intervention groups, respectively.Clinical trial registration:https://ensaiosclinicos.gov.br/rg/RBR-8xzkyp2, identifier 8xzkyp2.

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Cashew nut (Anacardium occidentale L.) and cashew nut oil reduce cardiovascular risk factors in adults on weight-loss treatment: a randomized controlled three-arm trial (Brazilian Nuts Study)

Meneguelli,

Kravchychyn,

Wendling

et al. 2024

Front. Nutr.

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“…In a study involving overweight and obese women, the supply of Brazil nuts combined with a reducing diet influenced the growth of beneficial bacteria such as Rumino-coccus, Roseburia; NK4A214 and UCG-002 strains from the Ruminococcaceae family; as well as Lachnospiraceae, Bacteroides, and Lachnoclostridium. In addition, an improvement in the alleviation of intestinal permeability was observed [26].…”

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Nutritional Support: The Use of Antioxidants in Inflammatory Bowel Disease

Jarmakiewicz-Czaja,

Ferenc,

Sokal-Dembowska

et al. 2024

IJMS

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The problem of treating inflammatory bowel disease continues to be a topic of great interest for researchers. Despite the complexity surrounding their treatment and strategies to prolong periods of remission, there is a promising exploration of various compounds that have potential in combating inflammation and alleviating symptoms. Selenium, calcium, magnesium, zinc, and iron are among these compounds, offering a glimpse of hope in the treatment of IBD. These essential minerals not only hold the promise of reducing inflammation in these diseases, but also show the potential to enhance immune function and possibly influence the balance of intestinal microflora. By potentially modulating the gut microbiota, they may help support overall immune health. Furthermore, these compounds could play a crucial role in mitigating inflammation and minimising complications in patients with IBD. Furthermore, the protective effect of these compounds against mucosal damage in IBD and the protective effect of calcium itself against osteoporosis in this group of patients are notable.

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Adiposity and inflammation markers explain mostly part of the plasma zonulin variation in Brazilian adults with overweight/obesity: A cross-sectional analysis from Brazilian nuts study

Ribeiro,

Kravchychyn,

Bressan

et al. 2025

Clinical Nutrition

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Daily Cashew and Brazil Nut Consumption Modifies Intestinal Health in Overweight Women on Energy-Restricted Intervention: A Randomized Controlled Trial (Brazilian Nuts Study)

Cited by 6 publications

References 74 publications

Cashew nut (Anacardium occidentale L.) and cashew nut oil reduce cardiovascular risk factors in adults on weight-loss treatment: a randomized controlled three-arm trial (Brazilian Nuts Study)

Cashew nut (Anacardium occidentale L.) and cashew nut oil reduce cardiovascular risk factors in adults on weight-loss treatment: a randomized controlled three-arm trial (Brazilian Nuts Study)

Nutritional Support: The Use of Antioxidants in Inflammatory Bowel Disease

Adiposity and inflammation markers explain mostly part of the plasma zonulin variation in Brazilian adults with overweight/obesity: A cross-sectional analysis from Brazilian nuts study

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