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The researchers hypothesize that walnut consumption will induce changes in fecal metagenome, identifiable walnut-derived bioactives (urolithins) and other microbial-derived products (short-chain fatty acids and secondary bile acids). The researchers hypothesize that walnut consumption will result in
The investigators propose to address the influence of ellagic acid obtained from walnuts and its microbial-derived metabolites (urolithin) on the gut microbiome and inflammation-related biomarkers in a human clinical study. Patients will be enrolled and detailed demographic and dietary information,
A dietary intervention trial will be conducted to achieve the following objectives and outcomes:
Objective 1: Determine the 12 week change in bioactive lipid mediators, and their relationship to vascular function and platelet reactivity in overweight or obese postmenopausal women with walnut
At screening, informed consent and health insurance portability and assurance (HIPAA) authorization will be reviewed and signed. A medical history will be obtained. If criteria for enrollment are satisfied, a fasting blood sample will be collected for a comprehensive metabolic panel, and blood