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Black Walnut
Scientific Name: Juglans nigra Family: Juglandaceae
Common Names: Black walnut, American walnut
Black Walnut, Herbal Medicine - Health Benefits
black walnut tree
Powdered or extract of black walnut hull (the dried outer cover of the nut) is used externally to treat various skin problems. Iodine an active ingredient in black walnut together with other substances has been found to have anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties. Black walnut is traditional used to treat the following:
acne,
eczema,
ringworms,
psoriasis.
Athlete’s foot,
back itch,
scabies,
herpes and
canker sores.
Black walnut extracts are taken internally to treat the following
constipation,
intestinal parasite expulsion,
rheumatism and gout,
Black Walnut Scientific Studies - Health Benefits
Black walnut leaves
Black walnut prevents heart disease. Walnut contains omega-3 fatty acids, alpha linolenic acid ( ALA) that improves arterial blood flow
Black walnut lowers cholesterol and triglyceride levels in the blood.
Black walnut may help improve memory and brain functions. Studies in Purdue University suggest that deficiency of omega-3 fatty acids can trigger behavioral and mental problems including depression.
Black walnut can prevent gallstones. Studies conducted to 80,000 women for over 20 years showed that those who ate nuts have less likely to develop gallbladder problems.
Black walnut can improve sleep. Black walnut contains melatonin, a hormone used by the body to regulate sleep.
Black walnut may fight cancer. Melatonin is studied to be a powerful anti-oxidant that fights free radicals that are responsible for the development of cancer cells. Black walnut also contains ellagic acid that neutralizes cancer causing substances.
Omega-3 fatty acids found in black walnut can help lessen bone loss, such as in osteoporosis condition.
Black walnut can help in weight loss. Study done on women who consume nuts twice a week showed reduced risk in weigh gain if compared with women who do not consume walnuts. Black walnut is believed to oxygenate the blood, consuming toxins and fatty substances.
Black Walnut, Availability, Dosage And Use
Black walnut capsules, tinctures, fluid extract and dried leaves, bark and fruit hull are available commercially in most health stores.
Black walnut tinctures or fluid extracts are used by mixing 10 to 20 drops with water or juice to drink, taken 3 times a day.
Black walnut extracts are applied externally to affected area twice a day
Black walnut decoction maybe prepared by boiling half a glass of green husk to three glasses of water. Taken in a tablespoon full three times a day.
Black walnut poultice made of green rind may be applied externally to affected area, twice daily.
Black Walnut Side Effects And Warnings
Black walnut may cause allergic reactions. Look for symptoms such as skin rashes, inflammation of lesions and wounds, puffy eyes, runny nose, and difficulty swallowing.
Black walnut contains Juglone that is considered toxic in large amounts.
Do not use during pregnancy or while nursing babies.
Do not use longer than 6 weeks.
Scientific Name: Juglans nigra Family: Juglandaceae
Common Names: Black walnut, American walnut
Black Walnut, Herbal Medicine - Health Benefits
black walnut tree
Powdered or extract of black walnut hull (the dried outer cover of the nut) is used externally to treat various skin problems. Iodine an active ingredient in black walnut together with other substances has been found to have anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties. Black walnut is traditional used to treat the following:
acne,
eczema,
ringworms,
psoriasis.
Athlete’s foot,
back itch,
scabies,
herpes and
canker sores.
Black walnut extracts are taken internally to treat the following
constipation,
intestinal parasite expulsion,
rheumatism and gout,
Black Walnut Scientific Studies - Health Benefits
Black walnut leaves
Black walnut prevents heart disease. Walnut contains omega-3 fatty acids, alpha linolenic acid ( ALA) that improves arterial blood flow
Black walnut lowers cholesterol and triglyceride levels in the blood.
Black walnut may help improve memory and brain functions. Studies in Purdue University suggest that deficiency of omega-3 fatty acids can trigger behavioral and mental problems including depression.
Black walnut can prevent gallstones. Studies conducted to 80,000 women for over 20 years showed that those who ate nuts have less likely to develop gallbladder problems.
Black walnut can improve sleep. Black walnut contains melatonin, a hormone used by the body to regulate sleep.
Black walnut may fight cancer. Melatonin is studied to be a powerful anti-oxidant that fights free radicals that are responsible for the development of cancer cells. Black walnut also contains ellagic acid that neutralizes cancer causing substances.
Omega-3 fatty acids found in black walnut can help lessen bone loss, such as in osteoporosis condition.
Black walnut can help in weight loss. Study done on women who consume nuts twice a week showed reduced risk in weigh gain if compared with women who do not consume walnuts. Black walnut is believed to oxygenate the blood, consuming toxins and fatty substances.
Black Walnut, Availability, Dosage And Use
Black walnut capsules, tinctures, fluid extract and dried leaves, bark and fruit hull are available commercially in most health stores.
Black walnut tinctures or fluid extracts are used by mixing 10 to 20 drops with water or juice to drink, taken 3 times a day.
Black walnut extracts are applied externally to affected area twice a day
Black walnut decoction maybe prepared by boiling half a glass of green husk to three glasses of water. Taken in a tablespoon full three times a day.
Black walnut poultice made of green rind may be applied externally to affected area, twice daily.
Black Walnut Side Effects And Warnings
Black walnut may cause allergic reactions. Look for symptoms such as skin rashes, inflammation of lesions and wounds, puffy eyes, runny nose, and difficulty swallowing.
Black walnut contains Juglone that is considered toxic in large amounts.
Do not use during pregnancy or while nursing babies.
Do not use longer than 6 weeks.