Inclusion Criteria:  Male or female, ages 30-65 years. Non-smoker. Body mass index of 23 to 30 kg/m2. Not engaged in regular weight lifting (less than 3 sessions per week). Agree to train normally, maintain weight, and avoid the regular use of protein supplements, large-dose vitamin and mineral supplements, herbs, and medications that influence inflammation (especially Advil, Motrin, aspirin, and similar drugs) during the study. Categorized as "low risk" using a screening questionnaire. Generally healthy and without disease including heart disease, stroke, cancer, diabetes, arthritis. Willing to collect two 24-hour urine samples.  Exclusion Criteria:  Inability to comply with study requirements. Engaged in regular weight training (3 or more times a week). Pregnant or breastfeeding. Any other condition that would interfere with successful completion of the study. Current diagnosis of heart disease, diabetes, or cancer (except for skin cancer). History of allergic reactions to almonds or cereal bars.