To say that nuts are simply a nutritious food would sound a bit of an understatement.
Walnuts have a lot of healthy fats, fiber, vitamins and minerals, which are only a small part of their benefits.
There is evidence of the walnut’s origin that it was grown in ancient Persia before spreading around the world. It then became a popular commodity in the commercial market and was often gifted to royal families.
The Romans believed walnuts would counteract poison and heal the skin, while in traditional Chinese medicine they were used to detoxify the kidneys, nourish the blood, and promote gastrointestinal health.
The walnut oil
And there is so much interest in walnuts in science today that for the past 50 years, scientists and experts in the field have gathered annually at the University of California, Davis for a walnut conference to discuss the latest nut health research.
While studies have traditionally focused on the benefits of walnuts, more recent research shows that oil derived from walnuts retains all of its health benefits while becoming more versatile.
The oil has a subtle nutty flavor and, thanks to the cold-pressed method, preserves all the beneficial nutrients and compounds found in the nut, including unsaturated fatty acids and plant compounds called polyphenols.
Useful properties of walnut oil
Walnut oil can be consumed both orally and topically, and has many beneficial properties for both.
The benefits of consuming topically:
Walnut oil is good for hair due to its rich content of omega-3 fatty acids.
It not only prevents hair loss but also strengthens hair and promotes new hair growth.
It also nourishes the skin, ensures its freshness and gives it a youthful appearance.
When consumed orally:
- Helps reduce ear pain and inflammation of the mucous membranes
- Regulates the work of the heart muscle
- Improves the work of cerebral vessels
- It is used for arthritis, varicose veins, swelling of legs, as well as tuberculosis
- Cleanses the liver
- Helps with constipation, stomach ulcer,
- Reduces sugar levels and is indicated for patients with diabetes
- Regulates thyroid function
- Increases the body’s resistance and fights against viruses
- Removes bad cholesterol from the body
- Used in the treatment of male impotence
- Improves well-being of women during pregnancy
- Effectively affects vision
- Helps to lose excess body weight.
Dosage
It is recommended to add the necessary amount of walnut oil to cereals and salads as a vitamin and flavoring additive.
Adults: 1 teaspoon of oil 2-3 times a day 30 minutes before meals. 1 tablespoon before bedtime helps to cleanse the liver and bile ducts, restoring the gastric mucosa.
For children 1 to 3 years of age add 3-5 drops
3 to 6 years add 5-10 drops
6 to 10 years add 2.5 ml
Above 10 years add 1 teaspoon
Pregnant women: 1 teaspoon 1-2 times a day with salad.
