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Postprandial Effects of Walnut Components vs Whole Walnuts on Oxidative Stress, Inflammation, Platelet Function, and Endothelial Function in Volunteers With Moderate Hypercholesterolemia
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating Walnut "meat", Walnut Oil, and 2 other interventions for Cardiovascular Disease. Completed, enrolled 20 participants across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
The purpose of this study is to evaluate the acute, postprandial effects and mechanism of action of various walnut components (separated nut skins, de-fatted nut meat, nut oil) versus whole walnuts on oxidative stress, inflammation and measures of platelet and endothelial function in healthy adults with moderately elevated cholesterol levels.
Study Details
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Interventions
Separated, ground walnut de-fatted nut meat incorporated into inert food carrier
Walnut oil extracted from nut meat and incorporated into inert food carrier
Separated, ground walnut skins incorporated into inert food carrier
85g whole walnuts, ground, incorporated into inert food carrier