New research shows that oil from Korean pine nuts may suppress appetite.
After taking the pine nut oil-containing capsules, the women reported a lower desire to eat and a desire to eat less food during their next meal than they did after consuming the olive oil supplements.
Natural appetite suppressants are a big business – just look at the “excitement” over the African cactus plant – Hoodia Gordonii. What other wonders are there in foods from nature? How much do we miss out – with our modern “narrow” processed diets?
In general, the researchers found the oil in the pine nuts appeared to promote the release of cholecystokinin (CCK) and glucagon-like peptide (GLP-1), two gastrointestinal hormones that are known to send “satiety signals” – i.e. signals that the stomach is feeling full – to the brain.
Watch to see what happens with pine nut oil…
DO NOT BUY Trader Joe’s pine nuts. I’ve bought them twice and in both instances in two was left with a bitter metallic taste in my mouth for almost two weeks. It is a very frustrating experience. There are 100′s of entries online about this. Why they don’t recall this product I don’t know.
How in the world that NOTHING cuts my appetite? When I read all your comments (I don’t mean only yours) I am thinking I must be from another planet. I guess neither one of you is going through menopause . . .
Hi ever6ybody ,,, I guess you will love this article if you like Pine Nuts like me!! I copied it from the Wiki website. I agree with it as I have noticed health benefits & also weight loss & much better skin
. Absolutely Fabulous pine nuts!!
”Pine Nuts Are Healthy Nuts
True to the adage ‘good things come in small packs’, these tiny pine nuts are packed to the brim with tons of energy. The Siberians would think that you are nutty, if you say that you have not sampled pine nuts so far!
Did you know that it curbs the pangs of hunger and gives you a feeling of fullness? In addition, pine nuts slacken your bowel movement, which again make you feel chock-full. All these special features of pine nuts are due to the presence of a potent hormone, (CCK) or cholecystokinin.
Since ages, Siberians are thought to have used these nuts to pull them through their arduous hunting trips and to keep up their energy levels. Handy, yummy and filling- these nuts make great trail mix. Even today, Siberians munch a few pine nuts before a meal, to make sure that they do not over-eat.
These tasty nuts have a light, nutty tang and contain some fatty acids that are capable of holding back hunger. It is estimated that one cup of pine nut (just about one ounce) provides you 190 calories and 19g of fat, while its carbohydrate content is only 4g.
No other nut or seed has more protein than Pine nuts. In addition, pine nuts are store houses of many vitamins including vitamins E, B3, B1 and B2 apart from essential amino acids, beta-carotene, magnesium, copper, zinc, iron and iodine, which are essential for a healthy living.
Pine nuts and pine nut oil contain the polyunsaturated fat of Pinolenic acid, which stimulates the hunger suppressing hormones such as CCK. Pinolenic acid is an essential ingredient of many diet formulas for repressing hunger as they act by sending signals to your brain that your stomach is already full.
Now all you have to do is just to toss a few nuts into your mouth to chuck out those extra pounds! Does that sound like music to your ears?
How do pine nuts act to suppress hunger? The peptide hormone of cholecystokinin is produced during food ingestion to be released into the blood. It is this hormone that makes you feel satiated. It is thought that the fractional digestion of proteins also results in the production of CCK. Remember that pine nuts are extremely rich in protein.
Extensive researches have been made on CCK ever since it was discovered 30 years ago. The studies have established that CCK production takes place at the duodenum, when your stomach is full.
This in turn conveys this message to the brain. CCK also brings about the discharge of pancreatic digestive enzymes, contraction of gall bladder and reduction of the rate of bowel movements, which also gives you a feeling of fullness.
Moreover, Pine nuts help in improving digestion and enhancing cardiovascular health. It increases satiety and is also helpful in managing gastrointestinal problems, autoimmune disorders and inflammation. You can make a myriad of preparations by including these resourceful nuts in your diet.
Whip it up into a sumptuous salad or throw in a few nuts into your pasta or soup for that crunchy and crispy feel! Pine nuts could be made into yummy dips that are ideal for pita chips or vegetable sticks. Or follow the time tested Siberian way – pop a few raw nuts right into your mouth and see the magic that works on you! ”
where can I buy pine nuts, reasonable price
I need 10 lbs
ANy nuts especially 3 brazil nuts ( I am 240lbs) curbs my apetite inastantly. I believe olive oil etc oat bran oil and palm oil will do the same. Oily stuff and metabolism I guess. Try the Brazil nuts just shut my cravings in a heartbeat.
Where can you buy the Pine nut oil?
I just started taking a product called PineSlim. It is a 1,000 mg softgel that is supposed to curb your appetite. I also decided to take Tonalin CLA, which is supposed to reduce body fat. I do work out and I eat healthy. I’m hoping to get a little ahead with these two products. If anyone has tried these supplements please let me know how they worked for you.
And I that think: why to me after Nuts is it would be desirable?
Pine nuts are also very rich in minerals. They have been used as a libido enhancer for centuries, in fact, due to their zinc content. (Zinc helps with testosterone production.)
Here are the minerals in one ounce of pine nuts:
Calcium 4.5 mg 0%
Iron 1.6 mg 9%
Magnesium 70.9 mg 18%
Phosphorus 162 mg 16%
Potassium 169 mg 5%
Sodium 0.6 mg 0%
Zinc 1.8 mg 12%
Copper 0.4 mg 19%
Manganese 2.5 mg 124%
Selenium 0.2 mcg 0%
About this study – I have a feeling that all nuts act as appetite suppressants. They do, after all, take longer to leave the stomach than nearly any other food ; 6 hours, according to the food combining people.
you must try pine nuts! they are delicious snack. just buy 1/4lb (about $2.00). I’m eating some right now. Also delicious in pesto.
The pair of mouthfuls of very sweet tea interrupts an appetite also =)
Sometime you can good deals on them at small international groceries.
The cheapest pine nuts I have found are at Trader Joes. They have a great 8 oz package of dry toasted pine nuts for about $4.00. also the bulk aisle can have them at surprisingly cheap prices. Guess I’ll be adding them to my green beans and pasta more often (sauteed green beans with garlic, pine nuts and lemon juice…yummy)
“1/4 cup of Pine Nuts in some of my meals”
…and they are addicting when lightly roasted ;>D
Dry roasted or in a little olive oil – like most nuts – really is a boost. We have them here in Spain where the pine trees grow plenty and they are still rather expensive. It is a very tedious task getting them out of the pine cones, which is reflected in the price.
I agree sith Dietician…makes me wonder ‘what is the agenda’ and who funded the report.
As far as appetite surpressant, drinking more water consistantly – and especially just before meals – is helpful…as is splitting up the total daily calorie intake throughout the day into several smaller meals.
But who wants sane, healthy solutions? Popping a pill or capsule is easier, quicker, one doesn’t have to think and healthier for the ‘industry’. ;>D))
Have them raw, in moderation, and with other nuts. but BE CAREFUL! Try to balance your Omega 3 to omega 6 fatty acids, so that the ratio is 1:1. Too many Americans are eating too much omega 6s and not enough omega 3s. Lastly, Go ORGANIC! I currently put in my own nut mix: Walnuts, picans, macadania nuts, pine nuts, and cashews. Allways think “FAT RATIO” as you are making your own nut mix. Don’t be afraid to put a little dark chocolate in to your snack mix and even have it with fruit. Dark chocolate, though high in calories, have heart protective antioxidents. It does contain saturated fat, but research shown that trans fats, refined carbs, pesticides, and synthetic chemicals and additives, NOT saturated fats and cholestrol, causes health problems.
Maybe its not enough, but I use about 1/4 cup of Pine Nuts in some of my meals, I really don’t notice much of a difference in my appetite level. In fact they’re pretty good alone.
It is rather interesting that the study was only done on females to evaluate their hormone levels in relation to their appetite. What about men? Do pine nuts have the same effect on men?
Seeing that it was an industry-funded study specially on that particular “Korean pine nuts”, I would personally think that the findings reported have their own marketing “interest” in mind. I wonder if we can benefit from taking pine nuts naturally rather than in their oil capsule form. But don’t forget that excess pine nuts (or any other nuts or calorie-containing food) are high in calories and over-eating it may offset our main goal of losing weight in the first place.
I’m predicting that the sales of pine nuts is going to go through the roof. I’ve never tried them personally due to their price, but I think most nuts have appetite-suppressing qualities. A lot of it is the combination of fat, protein, and fiber all in one. Nuts rule
This sounds interesting. I would be interseted in learning more.