Peanut power: study tests if daily snack boosts bone health during weight loss
NCT ID NCT06949280
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looks at whether eating peanuts every day can improve bone health, metabolism, and physical function in overweight or obese adults aged 50-75 during a 6-month weight loss program. Participants will be randomly assigned to eat either a daily peanut snack or a nut-free snack. The goal is to learn if peanuts, as a source of healthy fats, can help prevent disease and promote health in older adults.
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Rutgers University - NJ Inst Food Nutrition & Health
RECRUITINGNew Brunswick, New Jersey, 08901, United States
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