Previous research that prompted this microbial research showed that the amount of energy (calories) derived from walnuts after we eat them is less than previously thought

U-M researchers aim to develop a new immunotherapy that could alter the immune reactions to food. The result: extended relief from peanut allergies

Published in the International Journal of Epidemiology, study reports major comparison of animal, plant proteins

Study participants who regularly consumed at least two, one-ounce servings of nuts each week demonstrated a 42 percent improvement in disease-free survival and a 57 percent improvement in overall survival

Results represent important step forward for new therapies and treatments

Researchers find that nuts benefit the brain by enhancing cognition, memory, recall, and rest

Discovery could reduce food waste and improve trade

More children have food allergies, including more black children

Hurricane Harvey took about 3 million pounds out of the Texas harvest, while 35 million pounds was lost in Georgia during Hurricane Irma

Five-year study examined diet, weight of 373,000 Europeans across 10 countries