Pistachio power: could a handful of nuts improve how your body burns energy?
NCT ID NCT07340125
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looks at whether eating pistachios as a snack can improve metabolic flexibility — how well your body switches between burning carbs and fats for energy. Researchers will compare four days of pistachio snacking to four days of normal eating in 60 healthy overweight or obese adults aged 25-45. They'll measure metabolism at rest, during exercise, and after exercise, along with diet quality, sleep, and physical activity.
What this could mean
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Active substance
pistachio kernels
What this could lead to
If pistachio snacking improves metabolic flexibility, it could point toward a simple dietary strategy to support weight management and metabolic health.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with only 60 participants and a very short intervention period (4 days). Results may not apply to broader populations or longer-term habits.
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Public Health Research Center: Clinical Exercise Research Center
RECRUITINGColumbia, South Carolina, 29208, United States