walnut
Description
Walnut is a single-seeded fruit grown from the walnut tree and is a beneficial source of fat, fiber and protein. The fruit is found in the Northeast of North America, and is now grown in China, Iran, and the United States, as well as in California and Arizona.
Walnuts are available both raw and roasted and salted or salted. This rich food contains manganese, copper, magnesium, phosphorus, vitamin B6 and iron.
Currently, there are different types of walnuts in Iran that farmers divide according to their location, climate and soil. Persian walnut has a unique quality and its seedlings are cultivated in most parts of the world, especially in the northern hemisphere. The walnut tree has very high quality and large fruits, and for this reason, both the seedlings and its fruits are very popular in the world.
But you should note that in Iran, there are varieties of walnuts that are usually named based on the appearance or the point where it is cultivated for the first time or most of all in that area, which includes paper bark, Makui, Tuyserkan, Bavanat, clusters. , Kerman, Shahmirzad, Damavand, Ziaabadi (Qazvin).
The walnut tree belongs to the Rashsan family. This tree is cultivated in China, Japan, France and the United States. The most important walnut in the world is known as Persian walnut, because it was first taken from Iran to the Middle East, and from there to Greece and Rome, then to England and then to the United States. Persian walnut is the only species of this family whose kernels are economically consumed. Ordinary walnut is a tree with a base whose height can be changed from 10 to 25 meters.
Harvest season
Usually, most varieties of walnut seedlings are harvested in September or at the end of the beginning of autumn. But the harvest starts in the middle of September and the end of summer. the signs of walnut ripening and harvesting are that the walnut skin cracks or becomes flaky and We observe that the walnuts fall to the ground after reaching them.
Considering that buying agricultural products during the harvest season allows you to get a quality product at a better price, we recommend that you take the necessary steps to place an order in advance. we will help you along the way.
BENEFITS
Facial skin rejuvenation:
The high levels of B vitamins in walnut kernels help reduce stress, which is one of the causes of wrinkles on the skin of the face and around the eyes. Vitamin E in walnuts is actually a powerful antioxidant that helps reduce free radicals and rejuvenates facial skin.
Natural skin moisturizer:
Walnut kernels and oil have strong hydrating properties that act as skin moisturizers and help treat dryness.
Eliminate dark circles around the eyes:
Regular use of walnut oil is said to help quickly treat puffiness and dark circles around the eyes due to its natural soothing properties.
Strengthens and enhances hair growth:
Walnuts are a good source of potassium, omega-3, omega-6 and omega-9 fatty acids, which strengthen hair follicles and help increase hair growth.
Treatment of dandruff:
Walnut kernels and oils have natural moisturizing properties that hydrate the scalp and help prevent and treat dandruff.
Fetuses and pregnant women:
Walnuts are rich in essential minerals such as protein, fiber, calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, manganese and potassium, which are useful for fetal growth and providing energy and nutrients needed by women during pregnancy.
Manganese in walnuts is an important substance for the growth of fetal brain, tissues and muscles.
Men:
Daily consumption of walnuts increases fertility and helps treat impotence in men.
Strengthen memory and concentration:
Experts say that eating walnuts daily strengthens memory and reduces the risk of dementia; Research at the University of Karachi has shown that high levels of omega-3 fatty acids and vitamin E in walnuts help boost memory and improve brain function and reduce the risk of dementia and Alzheimer’s.
Babies and children:
Many health experts recommend that you add walnuts as a brain booster to your infant and child’s diet.
Walnut kernels are rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which help treat behavioral disorders and hyperactivity in children.
Do not forget that walnuts can cause allergies, so we recommend that you consult a specialist before using walnut kernels for infants and children.
Slimming and weight loss:
Research conducted at Lumia Linda University in California has shown that consuming 35 grams of walnuts a day does not cause significant weight gain in people, but consuming walnuts improves the body’s metabolism and is useful for slimming and weight loss.
Walnuts also help reduce appetite due to their high levels of nutrients and proteins, and help prevent weight loss, weight loss and belly fat by preventing overeating.
Constipation:
The high amount of fiber in walnuts helps to improve bowel movements and increase their function and is useful for the prevention and treatment of constipation.
Fatty Liver:
Walnuts help detoxify the liver due to its high levels of healthy fatty acids and are useful for treating diseases such as fatty liver.
The arginine in walnut kernels also helps remove ammonia from the liver.
Gout:
Daily consumption of walnuts due to its low purine levels helps to detoxify the body and excrete excess uric acid in the blood and treats gout.
Stress and depression:
Walnuts are high in omega-3 fatty acids, and research has shown that these unsaturated fatty acids help increase the levels of the neurotransmitters serotonin and dopamine in the blood and help prevent and treat stress, anxiety and depression.
Diabetes and blood sugar:
Walnut kernels contain large amounts of unsaturated fats, which reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes. According to a study, men and women who consumed 28 grams of walnuts twice a week were 24 percent less likely to develop type 2 diabetes.
Cancer:
High levels of antioxidants and phenolic compounds in walnut kernels help reduce free radicals in the body and reduce the risk of cancer and tumors.
Strengthen the immune system:
The high levels of antioxidants and vitamin C in walnut kernels help boost the immune system and reduce the risk of chronic diseases and colds.
blood pressure:
The high levels of healthy fats, magnesium and fiber in walnuts help keep blood vessels healthy and lower high blood pressure.
Blood fats and cholesterol:
Walnuts are rich in omega-3 fatty acids and due to their anti-inflammatory properties, they help reduce fat and high blood cholesterol.
In traditional medicine, the combination of walnuts and honey is used to reduce high blood cholesterol in people.
Heart:
The omega-3 fatty acids in walnuts help maintain healthy arteries and improve blood circulation in the body and reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease.
Natural anti-inflammatory:
Walnuts have natural anti-inflammatory properties that reduce the risk of inflammatory diseases such as arthritis, asthma and eczema.
Treatment of nocturnal insomnia:
Walnuts contain melatonin, and regular consumption helps improve brain function and treat insomnia at night.
Gallstone:
Studies in the United States have shown that regular consumption of walnuts reduces the risk of gallstones.
Osteoporosis:
The high levels of copper, magnesium and manganese in walnuts help strengthen bones and reduce the risk of fractures and osteoporosis.
Treatment of epilepsy:
People with seizures and epilepsy are said to have less manganese than healthy people; Some preliminary research shows that the manganese in walnuts helps treat epilepsy.
