Health Benefits of Black Walnut

Health Benefits of Black Walnut

Black walnut also known as juglans nigra, come from the black walnut tree that is grown wild across North America, very different compared to other tree nuts. Black walnuts are edible, commonly eaten raw, roasted or pressed for oil. The dry outer covering know as the hull or hard shell contain antioxidants and are used in extracts and supplements for medicinal purposes such as treating parasitic infections or to decrease inflammation.

Black walnut is a nutrient dense nut that contains essential vitamins and minerals including, magnesium, phosphorus, zinc, selenium, copper, manganese, potassium, iron, vitamin E, melatonin, and folate.

Black walnut contain the highest amount of protein compared to any tree nut.

Black walnut is rich in antioxidants, including polyphenols. Antioxidants help fight free radicals in the body and may help prevent the risk of chronic diseases.

Black walnut has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. Test-tube studies have shown that black walnut hull extract may help prevent the growth of staphylococcus aureus (staph), a bacteria that can cause infections. Other studies have shown that black walnut may have antibacterial effects against bacteria that commonly cause foodborne illness such as listeria, salmonella, and E.Coli due to its rich tannins content.

Black walnut may also have anticancer properties due to its antioxidant properties. Studies have shown that black walnut have been beneficial effects against prostate, colon, breast, lung and liver cancer.

Black walnut are rich in omega 3 fatty acids. Studies have shown that consuming black walnut may help improve heart health such as reducing blood pressure and cholesterol levels. Studies have also shown hat consuming black walnut may also reduce the risk of plaque buildup in arteries and improve blood vessels function.

Black walnut may help treat yeast infections.

Black walnut may also promote skin health and wound healing.

Black walnut may also protect against neurological diseases such as Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s disease and ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis).

If you are allergic to black walnut or any other nuts, then please do not consume.

Other supplements that may work similarly to black walnut include, quercetin, lycopene, bromeliad and thyme.

As always, consult with your physician.

Sources:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Juglans_nigra

https://www.webmd.com/diet/health-benefits-black-walnuts

https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/324629

https://www.webmd.com/vitamins/ai/ingredientmono-639/black-walnut

https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/black-walnut