Black walnut: benefits and harm to the body

Black walnut or black walnut is a plant that has spread throughout the world from northern America. The appearance and scope of use of its fruits is no different from walnuts familiar to many people.

Black nuts are added to desserts, side dishes, cocktails and even sauces, which is possible due to their excellent taste characteristics. At the same time, the product will delight not only with its taste. With its regular use, you can notice its unique effect on the human body, which is explained by the content of a large amount of nutrients in this product, including vitamins, macro- and microelements.

Where does black walnut grow and what does it look like

The homeland of black walnut is considered the territory of modern North America. In Massachusetts, Florida, Texas and other states, it can be found in the wild. Moreover, for successful fruiting and active growth, this plant does not need special conditions. A tree can grow:

• in forests;
• near small bodies of water;
• in fertile mountainous soil;
• in park areas;
• in the alleys.

Since the mid-18th century, black walnut has been successfully grown in the Russian Federation. It can be found in regions with a warm climate, including the Stavropol and Krasnodar Territories.

For Europeans, black walnut is also not something unfamiliar and surprising. It can be found throughout Europe, with the exception of Scandinavia, whose climatic conditions are not suitable for its cultivation.

The appearance of the plant resembles a walnut tree. Agronomists distinguish only a few characteristics characteristic of a black nut:

1. The color of the bark. The bark of the plant is colored in a chocolate brown shade.
2. Tree height. Black walnut can reach 50 meters in height.
3. The shape and diameter of the crown. The crown has a vaulted shape, and its diameter can reach sizes equal to the height of the tree.
4. Root system. The roots of this nut are painted black and have a rod type.

The first leaves on the tree appear in the period from mid to late spring, and flowering occurs no earlier than the seventh year of the plant's life. After that, the tree forms fruits, presented in the form of round-shaped nuts with a slightly elongated front part, the diameter of which is not more than 5 cm. The nuts are covered with a four-shell shell and during their ripening are in the peel, the thickness of which can be from 5 to 10 mm . The edible part of the fruit is inside the shell and is presented in the form of a kernel, which has a specific aroma and unique taste.

What is the difference between black walnuts and walnuts

Both walnuts and black walnuts belong to the Nut family, which explains the absence of a large number of distinctive characteristics. The crown, trunk, leaves and even the fruits of these two plants are very similar, which is why they are easily confused. However, several differences can still be distinguished:

1. Composition. The fruits of walnut and black walnut contain aromatic substances, polyphenols and juglons. However, if you pay attention to their quantity, you can see that in black walnut these substances are an order of magnitude more.
2. The aroma. The smell that comes from the fruits of black walnut is more saturated than the aroma of walnut fruits. This is easily explained by the fact that the composition of black walnut contains more volatile aromatic substances.
3. The effectiveness of the treatment. Tinctures prepared on the basis of black walnut are more effective than those containing walnut fruits.

Based on the above facts, we can say that the benefits of eating black walnut are much higher than that of walnuts. Moreover, the substances that make up its composition are capable of exerting a unique effect on the human body, accelerating recovery and preventing the development of cancer and many other diseases.

Composition and calorie content

The unique effect of black walnut on the human body is explained by the high content of nutrients in this product. 100 g of peeled fruit contains:

• 24.1 g of vegetable proteins (32.1% of the daily norm).
• 59.3 g of fat (70.6% of the daily intake).
• 9.6 g of carbohydrates (3.1% of the daily intake).
• This product also includes:
• Sugar - 1.1 g per 100 g.
• Fiber - 6.8 g per 100 g.
• Starch - 0.2 g per 100 g.

Black walnut contains a large amount of fat-soluble and water-soluble vitamins. Per 100 g:

• 2.0 mcg of vitamin A.
• 31.0 mcg of vitamin B9.
• 24.0 μg beta-carotene.
• 0.6 mg of vitamin B6.
• 2.1 mg Vitamin E.
• 1.7 mg of vitamin B5.
• 2.7 mcg of vitamin K.
• 32.1 mg of vitamin B4.
• 1.7 mg Vitamin C.
• 0.5 mg of vitamin B3.
• 0.1 mg of vitamin B1.
• 0.1 mg of vitamin B2.

The chemical composition of black walnut fruits is saturated with a large number of macro- and microelements. 100 g of product contains:

• 61.0 mg of calcium.
• 17.0 micrograms of selenium.
• 3.1 mg of iron.
• 3.9 mg of manganese.
• 201.0 mg of magnesium.
• 1.4 mg of copper.
• 513.0 mg of phosphorus.
• 3.4 mg of zinc.
• 523 mg of potassium.
• 2.0 mg sodium.

Black walnut is considered a highly concentrated product. Its 100 g contains 619 calories. For this reason, to consume this product for medicinal purposes should be in strictly limited quantities and only after consultation with your doctor.

Useful properties of black walnut

General benefit

With the correct and systematic use of black walnut, the substances that make up its composition can have a unique effect on the human body:

1. Prevent the development of diseases of the gastrointestinal tract that were caused by pathogenic bacteria, and accelerate the healing process, if any.
2. Normalize the disturbed microflora of the digestive tract.
3. Stop premature aging of the skin and the whole body.
4. Accelerate cell regeneration.
5. Improve the protective function of the body, preventing the development of colds and other diseases.
6. To remove the inflammatory processes that occur in the internal organs.
7. Remove excess fluid from the body, helping to get rid of edema.
8. Prevent the development of viral diseases, including herpes.
9. To speed up the healing process during various diseases caused by pathogenic and conditionally pathogenic fungi.
10. Prevent the development of oncological pathologies, as well as stop the division of cancer cells and stop the spread of the tumor if it exists.
11. Remove toxins and toxins.
12. Relieve pain with an antispasmodic character.
13. Get rid of worms.
14. Relieve bouts of nausea and vomiting.
15. Prevent the development of disorders of the central nervous system.
16. Eliminate vitamin deficiency.

For women

The substances that make up black walnut have a unique effect on the female body. According to doctors, with the regular use of this product, representatives of the beautiful half of humanity can not only improve the general condition of the body, but also prevent the development of such diseases:

1. Cancer of the mammary glands and organs of the reproductive system. The composition of black walnut includes substances called phytohormones.They are capable of destroying cancer cells, preventing the appearance of malignant tumors.
2. Depression. Black walnut is able to successfully cope with violations in the central nervous system, including depression. With the regular use of this product, women note an improvement in their condition and a complete elimination of depression in a short period of time.
3. Inflammatory processes in the organs of the reproductive system. The substances contained in the nut can not only prevent the development of inflammation in the organs of the female reproductive system, but also accelerate the healing process, as well as relieve the unpleasant symptoms that accompany a particular disease.
4. Violations of the thyroid gland. Women suffering from disorders of the thyroid gland are recommended to add black nuts to their daily diet. This will help normalize hormonal levels and prevent the development of concomitant diseases.

Black walnut contains in its composition substances that are necessary not only to maintain health, but also to improve the appearance of hair, nails and skin. With the regular use of this product and the use of formulations, the basis of which it is, it is noted:

• improvement of hair condition, their strengthening, prevention of brittleness and loss;
• strengthening the nail plate;
• rejuvenation of the skin and restoration of the regenerative functions of cells.

For men

Qualified therapists advise including black walnut in the daily diet of not only women, but also men. This product will help:

• increase potency;
• increase physical activity;
• reduce the impact of stressful situations on the functioning of the central nervous system;
• normalize the work of gastric secretion;
• prevent the development of diseases of the cardiovascular system;
• improve the functioning of the immune system.

During pregnancy

During the period of gestation, a black nut will have a beneficial effect on the body of both a woman and the baby, which is in her womb.

1. Folic acid, which is contained in this product, can have an invaluable effect on the fetus, preventing the development of congenital diseases and ensuring the correct formation and development.
2. The product can increase hemoglobin in the blood, preventing the development of severe anemia. This will help vitamins and iron, which are part of black walnut.
3. Vitamin C and other substances that are rich in black walnut will enhance immunity. This will prevent the occurrence of colds and other diseases, which is especially undesirable during pregnancy.

In addition, using a black nut, a pregnant woman will be able to get rid of:

• from bouts of nausea and vomiting that were caused by toxicosis;
• swelling;
• depressive states.

Despite the many useful properties, it is recommended to use black walnut in the period of gestation in strictly limited quantities. Serious illnesses can develop with excessive consumption of this product, which is extremely undesirable during pregnancy.

When breastfeeding

But in the postpartum period, provided that the newborn baby is breast-fed, doctors recommend that young mothers completely abandon the use of this product. If you ignore this recommendation, there is a high probability of developing allergic reactions in the child, severe colic, constipation and other undesirable consequences, which can have a negative effect on the baby's body and cause the development of dangerous diseases.

You can include black walnut in the diet of a nursing mother only after consulting a pediatrician. If the child does not have allergies and contraindications, he is able to have a beneficial effect on the formation of acquired immunity, as well as saturate the body with a number of necessary vitamins and other useful substances.

For children

With caution, it is recommended to introduce this product into the diet of young children.According to experienced pediatricians, this can only be done after the child has reached the age of two. With proper consumption, black walnut will have a positive effect on the work of the child's body:

• will improve the brain and physical activity of the child;
• increase the body's resistance to attacking viruses;
• prevent the development of vitamin deficiency;
• prevent the thinning of tooth enamel;
• normalizes microflora.

When losing weight

Despite the high calorie content of black walnut, it is not recommended to completely exclude it from the daily diet during a diet whose goal is to reduce weight. According to nutritionists, a few eaten nuts will help:

• normalize metabolic processes;
• suppress hunger;
• prevent deterioration of the appearance of hair, nails and skin;
• saturate the body with vitamins necessary for its normal functioning.

However, it is worth considering the fact that with excessive consumption of this product, weight loss will be simply impossible. For this reason, the amount of nuts consumed should be strictly limited.

What are the benefits of black walnut leaves

Useful properties are possessed not only by the fruits, but also by the leaves of black walnut. Although the concentration of nutrients in the leaves is an order of magnitude lower than in nuts, they are often used for medicinal purposes in the form of infusions and decoctions. Compositions based on black walnut leaves are used:

1. To improve the protective function of the body.
2. The treatment of fungal diseases.
3. Fight against helminths.
4. Removal of inflammatory phenomena occurring in the internal organs.
5. Normalization of intestinal microflora.
6. Treatment of diseases of the upper respiratory tract, including bronchitis, sinusitis and sinusitis at different stages of development.
7. Relieve symptoms and accelerate the healing process during acute respiratory infections.
8. Flu treatment.

Tinctures and decoctions of black walnut leaves in combination with medications can cope with many skin diseases, including acne and eczema.

Doctors note that to achieve the desired effect, formulations made from black walnut leaves should be used correctly, taking into account the recommended dosages, frequency of use and contraindications.

Tincture of black walnut: use and contraindications

Tincture of black walnut is a very powerful tool. The concentration of active substances in this drug is so high that you should start taking it with 2-3 drops per day.

Shown tincture of black walnut for patients suffering from:

• from endocrine diseases;
• low immunity;
• acute respiratory infections;
• flu
• diabetes mellitus of any type;
• colitis;
• rickets;
• vitamin deficiency;
• tuberculosis
• severe anemia;
• inflammatory processes that occur on the mucous membrane of the oral cavity and gums;
• diseases of ENT organs proceeding in a chronic form;
• cancer diseases
• helminthic infestations.

In this case, the frequency of administration of the drug, the duration of treatment and dosage should be calculated in each case. So, for example, in the treatment of cancer, tincture of black walnut is used 4 times a day. Moreover, on the first day of treatment, a one-time rate should be 2.5 ml. In the second and subsequent days, tincture is taken in 10 ml, previously diluted with a small amount of purified water.

The average duration of cancer treatment is at least 1 year. At the same time, tincture is used for 3 weeks, after which they take a break for 1 week and continue taking the drug.

Doctors draw the attention of patients to the fact that only the attending physician can determine the feasibility of using this drug, assessing the general condition of the patient, the features of the course of the disease and the presence of contraindications.

The use of tincture of black walnut is contraindicated in the event of an allergic reaction to one or more of the components that make up the drug, as well as during the period of gestation and breastfeeding.

Doctors recommend to refuse to use the drug to those patients who suffer:

• from mental illness during their exacerbation;
• erosive gastritis;
• thrombophlebitis.

It is worth paying attention to the fact that you should use black tincture with serious liver diseases and ulcers with extreme caution. High dosages can have a negative effect, exacerbating the patient's condition, increasing symptoms and provoking the development of the disease.

How to make tincture

Black walnut tincture can be found in many pharmacies. However, in the presence of black walnut fruits, this drug can be prepared at home.

To prepare the tincture you will need:

• Unripe peeled nuts.
• Alcohol 50%.
• Glass container.

Cooking consists of the following steps:

1. Rinse the nuts under clean running water without peeling them.
2. Place them in a pre-prepared glass container.
3. Pour them with so much alcohol that it covers all the nuts.
4. Close the container with a tight lid.
5. Leave the tincture in a dark, cool place for 14 days.

After a specified period of time, the tincture will be ready for use. Store it in the refrigerator or in any other cool place, without direct sunlight.

Benefits of Black Walnut Extract

Healing properties are possessed not only by the leaves and fruits of black walnut, but also by their peel. It is from it that an extract is made, which is used to treat many skin diseases, including:

• eczema
• boils;
• diathesis;
• purulent wounds.

In addition, black walnut extract is indicated for use by patients suffering from:

• from gynecological problems;
• sexually transmitted diseases;
• disorders in the endocrine system;
• diabetes mellitus.

Traditional medicine experts claim that black nut extract has healing properties, which allows it to be used to accelerate the healing process of anal fissures. In addition, due to its unique composition, the extract is used to cleanse the entire body.

Black Nut Oil: Properties and Applications

Black walnut oil is made from the fruits of this plant through their extraction. This product is widely used both for the preparation of culinary dishes, as well as for the creation of cosmetics and medications.

Doctors recommend the use of black nut oil in diseases such as:

• avitaminosis;
• rickets (at any stage of its development);
• thrombophlebitis;
• conjunctivitis;
• disturbances in the reproductive system;
• pyelonephritis;
• cystitis;
• helminthic infestations;
• diabetes mellitus of any type.

This product is also recommended for various skin diseases, colitis and some types of gastritis.

When used correctly, black nut oil will help improve a person’s general condition and can cope with unpleasant symptoms of the disease, removing inflammatory processes, saturating the body with a lot of nutrients and speeding up the healing process.

How to take black walnut capsules

Today, in every second pharmacy you can find black walnut in capsules. This drug belongs to biologically active additives and is used to treat:

• fungal diseases, including candidiasis;
• vitamin deficiency;
• disturbances in the work of the organs of the gastrointestinal tract;
• atherosclerosis;
• diathesis;
• eczema, psoriasis and other skin diseases;
• asthma
• helminthic infestations.

The drug can be recommended as an adjuvant to patients with low immunity and high blood sugar. In this case, the daily intake of the drug is usually not more than 2 capsules, and the recommended course of treatment is 21 days.

Black walnut in medicine

Black walnut is widely used in folk medicine, which became possible due to its unique composition and ability:

• expel parasites;
• lower blood sugar;
• normalize metabolic processes in the body;
• increase immunity;
• fight parasites;
• improve the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract;
• fight pathogenic fungi.

Moreover, the range of use of black walnut in alternative medicine is very wide. It is used to treat many diseases.

Any type of diabetes

Normalize the level of sugar in the blood will help a composition made from such components:

• 10 ml tincture of black walnut.
• 10 ml of watermelon infusion.
• 10 ml of pumpkin oil.

Mix the ingredients in the indicated amounts and take the mixture twice a day 30 minutes before meals. This recipe will help to cope not only with diabetes, but also with colds, flu and various kinds of mycoses.

Helminthiasis

If helminths are detected, take the mixture prepared according to the first recipe, in combination with 2.5 g of wormwood powder and chopped cloves in the same amount. The course of treatment should be at least 14 days, after which a week-long break should be made.

Malignant tumors

When detecting malignant neoplasms, the patient is shown to take a mixture of these components:

• 40 ml tincture of black walnut.
• 20 ml of watermelon oil.
• 20 ml of pumpkin oil.
• 5 g chopped cloves.

The composition is taken orally no more than 4 times a day for 21 days, with a break of a week. It should be supplemented by taking 5 g of wormwood powder 1 time per day. The full course of treatment is from 6 to 12 months, depending on the severity of the pathology.

Fungal diseases

In the case of the development of various fungal diseases, it is recommended to use a mixture of the following components:

• 10 ml tincture of black walnut.
• 10 ml of watermelon oil.
• 10 ml of pumpkin oil.
• 2.5 g of wormwood powder.
• 5 g chopped cloves.

The mixture is consumed 1 to 3 times a week, 30-40 minutes before a meal. It is an excellent tool not only for combating pathogenic fungi, but also for the prevention of influenza, acute respiratory diseases and disorders of the gastrointestinal tract.

Thyroid dysfunction

A mixture of the following components can improve the functioning of the thyroid gland:

• Black walnut tincture.
• Purified water.

Treatment is carried out according to the standard scheme:

1st day of therapy. 5 drops of tincture mix with 100 ml of water and drink in the morning on an empty stomach.

2nd day of therapy. Double the amount of tincture, mix with the same amount of water and drink the resulting mixture on an empty stomach.

3rd and subsequent days of therapy. Increase the amount of tincture by 5 drops daily until you reach a volume of 5 ml. After that, take the drug twice a day, drinking it for 15-20 minutes.

The course of treatment of the thyroid gland is at least 6 months and can continue until complete recovery. However, a prerequisite is a week-long break, which must be done regularly, after 21 days of taking the drug.

Anemia

You can increase the level of hemoglobin in the blood with the help of a decoction prepared from such components:

• 20 g peeled black nuts.
• 250 ml of pre-heated water.

Pour water into a container suitable for cooking, add the indicated number of nuts there and boil for 30 minutes. The broth is consumed slightly cooled in the form of tea, not more than 3 times a day. The recommended course of therapy is 3-4 weeks. Then you should take a break for 1-2 months.

Low immunity

To increase the body's resistance to pathogenic microorganisms attacking it, an infusion prepared from such components will help:

• 60 g of unripe, chopped nuts.
• 30 ml of honey.

Mix these two ingredients in a glass jar, close with a tight lid and leave to infuse for 45 days. During this period, tincture should not be exposed to direct sunlight and elevated temperatures. After a specified period of time, put the tincture in the refrigerator and take 5 ml half an hour before a meal. Take the composition should be no more than 1 time per day.

The use of black walnut in cooking

Black walnut has excellent taste characteristics and a bright aroma, which allows it to be widely used for cooking a variety of dishes. It can be used as an independent product or used as an ingredient for the preparation of various dishes:

1. The fried black walnut kernels can complement a variety of salads with their unique taste.
2. In baking, black walnuts are added crushed.
3. Black nuts, crushed into powder, can transform the taste of any porridge.

Thanks to its taste, black walnut will be able to transform the usual dishes and please the household with new culinary masterpieces.

Harm and contraindications

Despite the many useful properties, black walnut can harm human health, especially if you exceed the permissible norms of its consumption. According to experts, eating a small handful of black walnut kernels, a person receives nutrients that are necessary for the normal functioning of his body. If this amount is exceeded, the effect will be the opposite.

In addition, doctors strongly recommend excluding this product from the daily diet for those patients who suffer:

• from peptic ulcers;
• some forms of gastritis;
• impaired liver function;
• thrombophlebitis.

It is not recommended to use black walnut for those patients who have noticed individual intolerance to this product. Otherwise, there is a risk of a severe allergic reaction in the form of Quincke's edema, shortness of breath and other unpleasant symptoms that can lead to death.

Limit the consumption of black walnut is also in the period of gestation, as well as feeding the baby with breast milk. In the first case, a small amount of this product will only benefit the expectant mother and baby, but in the second, it can cause serious diseases in a newborn baby.

If you take into account the recommended dosages and do not ignore contraindications, the use of black walnut kernels will bring only gastronomic pleasure and will not be accompanied by any undesirable consequences.

Interesting facts about black walnut

A lot has been said recently about the beneficial properties of black walnut fruit, which explains its popularity and frequency of use. However, the fact that this plant is truly unique can only be heard from some people. Not everyone knows that black walnut:

1. It was used to treat many diseases in ancient centuries. The Indians living in the territory of North America, which is the natural habitat of the plant, called black walnut the "elixir of life" and used it both for treatment and for the prevention of diseases common in those days.
2. It has a powerful root system, the active growth of which occurs in the first year of the plant's life. Moreover, it is precisely the fact that during this period the aerial part of the tree grows much more slowly.
3. It contains a huge amount of ascorbic acid. Moreover, the amount of this substance in black walnut is much greater than in any of the citruses known to mankind.
4. It contains proteins and fats, the amount of which is much higher than in the walnut familiar to every person.
5. It can grow to huge sizes. An adult tree can reach the height of a 16-story building.
6. It is one of the most powerful natural remedies for the treatment of cancer. Doctors recorded cases of a complete cure for cancer in patients who received systematic treatment with formulations prepared on the basis of this unique product.
7. Able to cope with the manifestations of diabetes.At the same time, the consumption of this product will help to improve the condition of the whole patient’s body, and not just to level the level of sugar in the blood.

Black walnut is a rich source of vitamins and minerals and is able to improve the general condition of a person by normalizing the work of all internal organs and systems. But this is possible only if you do not ignore the contraindications and recommendations of doctors on the use of this product.

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