There are many kinds of nuts in the world. Each of them has its own properties, taste and appearance. Black walnut is considered one of the popular species. Medicines based on this plant are used in the treatment of various diseases, they heal the body and increase immunity. The useful properties and contraindications of black walnut are described in the article.
Description
Black walnut is a tree belonging to the Walnut family. Its height is up to 50 meters. The plant has a wide, downward-sloping crown and a powerful root system. Flowering occurs during the formation of the crown, which is why the collection of nuts and leaves is carried out at the same time.
They look like walnuts, but their shell is so hard that it is difficult to crack it even with a hammer. Trees grow in North America and Europe. In Russia, they are in the botanical gardens and in the southern part of the country. Before use, you need to familiarize yourself with the beneficial propertiesand contraindications.
Benefit
Due to its composition, this product is used as a component for medicinal potions. Nut rich:
- Ascorbic acid, the amount of which is noticeably higher than in rose hips, sorrel, citrus fruits.
- Vegetable fats.
- Bioflavonoids.
- Micro and macro elements: silicon, potassium, magnesium.
- B vitamins.
- Tannins.
- Organic acids.
- Essential oils.
The beneficial properties of black walnut are related to its composition. It has the following actions:
- Bactericidal.
- Antiparasitic.
- Fungicidal.
- Antiprotozoal.
- Anti-inflammatory.
- Immuno-fortifying.
- Anti-allergenic.
- Hypotensive.
Efficiency
The properties of black walnut allow the use of products based on it in the treatment of the following ailments:
- Cold.
- Tuberculosis.
- Diseases of the gastrointestinal tract.
- Allergy.
- Diseases of the genitourinary system.
- Skin ailments.
- Parasitic infestations.
- Conjunctivitis.
- Immunodeficiency.
More dietary supplements are used in the complex cleansing of the body. Before using drugs, you should consult a doctor and carefully read the instructions.
When Pregnant
Black walnut preparations should not be used during pregnancy. According to gynecologists, vegetablecomponents have a strong effect on the body. It is advisable to replace the fruits with walnuts, they can increase hemoglobin and immunity, normalize blood pressure and metabolism, improve brain function.
For kids
Only from the age of 2 can children be given black walnut. Useful properties allow them to be used in treatment, but first you need to consult a pediatrician.
When taking preparations based on these fruits, it is necessary to monitor the body's reaction, even if the dosage has not been exceeded. In case of negative reactions, it is necessary to end the reception and consult a specialist.
Tincture
This remedy is effective for the treatment of endocrine ailments, nervous disorders, cleansing the body of parasites, healing wounds. It is used to restore the chemical composition of the blood, to prevent the appearance of malignant neoplasms.
Black walnut tincture is recommended for women with inflammation of the reproductive system, endometriosis, uterine fibroids, strong and painful menstruation. It helps to strengthen the immune system, fights colds, tuberculosis, asthma, improves intestinal motility. Black walnut tincture has an antimicrobial, antihelminthic effect. It is effective for normalizing blood pressure, providing anti-inflammatory and astringent effects.
Capsule
Capsules are considered convenient to take, and it is also easy to control the dosage with them. They come in handy on trips. The drug has immunomodulatory, bactericidal, wound healing, anti-inflammatoryeffect.
Black walnut capsules are used for 2 weeks, in a course, 1-2 capsules during a meal. Thanks to the right diet and moderate physical activity, dietary supplements will have a positive effect on the body.
Aqueous extract
This tool is created from the leaves and pericarp of the nut. The extract is taken orally in 1 tsp. 2-3 times a day. This should be done in between meals. Since the drug does not include sugar, it is used in the treatment of diabetes.
Syrup
This remedy is ideal for children with colds. The mass is sweet and pleasant to the taste. The tool is prepared independently on the basis of granulated sugar and the product. Components must be checked before boiling.
Walnut remedy should be given to preschoolers and teenagers. The therapeutic composition allows for the prevention and treatment of viral infections. Active substances reduce stress during study. The syrup helps restore pressure and reduce spasms in the head.
Butter
Useful oil is obtained from black walnut. It is used not only in alternative medicine, but also in cosmetology, as well as in the preparation of various dishes.
Oil is used to treat rashes with stomatitis, gums are treated for periodontitis and periodontal disease. It is effective for hot inhalations. Oil lubricates lesions of the epidermis, eczema, acne, acne, abscesses, lichen, psoriasis.
Preparing tincture at home
To get the tincture, you need black walnut fruits, which were harvested during2nd half of August. At this time, the presence of valuable components in them is maximum. The highest concentration of useful substances can be obtained from an extract made using kerosene or alcohol.
Preparation of tincture is a simple procedure. Clean nuts should be placed in a glass container, tamped, pour 50% alcohol solution to the top (this is important to preserve the valuable properties of the product, its color). The container must be closed with a lid. The finished composition should be infused for 2 weeks in a dry, dark room.
The resulting tincture is poured into small glass containers for storage. If the green color has disappeared, it is advisable to add vitamin C. Keep the product in a cool, dark place. If all the rules of the recipe are followed, then the shelf life is up to 5 years.
Other drugs
Due to the beneficial properties of black walnut, other preparations with these fruits are also used:
- Dietary supplements with a general strengthening property.
- Ointment used externally for skin diseases.
- Syrup from the shell, which is effective in the treatment of helminthiasis and to strengthen the immune system.
- Suppositories are used for gynecological ailments and hemorrhoids.
In folk medicine, decoctions of dried and crushed leaves are offered. They are used in the treatment of childhood diathesis, gargling and infections, as well as in hair rinses.
Cooking
The product is also used in culinary business. Moreover, the fruits can be both raw and processed. Usually black walnut is added to confectionery, ice cream and salads. Oil can be used to season dishes, and kernels are used to make jam.
For jam, you will need 100 peeled kernels, which should be soaked for a month, changing the water every day. The cooking procedure is as follows:
- Nuts are pierced with a knife, 0.5 kg of slaked lime is added and again filled with water.
- After 2 days, the fruits must be washed and again filled with water for 4 days. The water needs to be changed several times a day.
- After that, they are poured with boiling water, add 1 tbsp. l. alum and boil for 20 minutes. Then the water is drained and the nuts are washed. You need to add boiling water and cook for 7-10 minutes.
- The fruits are thrown into a colander and syrup is boiled.
- It will require sugar (2 kg), into which water is poured and brought to a boil. You need to add nuts and cook until the fruits are black.
- Clove, cinnamon, cardamom can be added to the syrup.
From parasites
Black walnut is known to be used to get rid of parasites. It eliminates pinworms, tapeworms, roundworms and other helminths in the digestive tract. With worms, you need an alcohol tincture with powders of cloves and wormwood. Use the tincture in the morning and evening:
- If a person weighs no more than 70 kg, then one serving is equal to 2 tsp.
- At 70-90 kg - 2.5-3 tsp.
- From 90 kg - 3.5-4 tsp
If you want to cure worms in children, then the dose is set as follows: 1 drop for each year. The drug can be used forchildren from 2 years old. The tincture is diluted in a large amount of water. After a week of treatment, rest is required. Tincture is bought at a pharmacy or prepared by yourself.
To prepare this remedy, you will need green fruits (200 g) and vodka (0.5 l). Nuts should be washed and put in a jar without peeling the shell. Then vodka is poured. The container must be closed and put in a cool place for half a month. It is necessary to take depending on body weight - from 2 to 4 tsp. 2 times a day.
For oncology
Getting acquainted with the benefits and harms of black walnut, its effect on cancer cells should be touched upon. The product reduces the risk of tumors. For this, alcohol tincture is used.
To prepare it, you will need green fruits (100 g) and vodka (250 ml). Nuts should be placed in a jar and pour vodka. The container is tightly closed, after which it must be placed in a dark place. Infusion lasts 2 weeks.
Take the tincture with 0.5 tsp, gradually increasing the dosage, reaching 3 tsp. It should be consumed 3-4 times before meals for 3 weeks. Then a break of 7 days is required. This tincture stops the growth of cancer cells.
In gynecology
In the treatment of mastopathy, cysts, fibroids, a decoction of the leaves is used. It consists of:
- Walnut leaves - 3 tsp
- Black Elder Blossom - 1 tsp
- Verbena - 2 tsp
- Goldenrod - 6 tsp
- Peach leaf - 6 tsp
- Licorice root - 4 tsp
Leaves must be crushed and pouredboiling water. Infusion is performed for an hour, and then it is necessary to strain. You need to consume 3 times a day. Treatment continues for 10 days, and then there is a break of 5 days. The decoction allows you to reduce bleeding and, if the course of the disease is positive, stop the growth of the tumor.
Side effects
Not only the benefits of black walnut are known. And there is harm too. It consists in the presence of side effects:
- At high doses, the drugs cause discomfort in the stomach. There may also be dizziness and vasospasm. There is no need to worry about this. You need to lower the dosage. And only then it is necessary to gradually bring to the desired amount. To do this, add a few drops of the remedy every day.
- With increased intake of tincture, there is a risk of suppressing beneficial microflora. But you can prevent such a problem as dysbacteriosis. To do this, take breaks in treatment. During periods of rest, it is advisable to take products with bifidobacteria, B vitamins and valuable trace elements.
- Alcohol preparation can lead to the death of microorganisms and parasites. Because of this, intoxication of the body, the occurrence of constipation is likely. To prevent this, you need to use additional gourd oil, as this facilitates the functioning of the liver, stomach, kidneys.
When is it forbidden to take?
What are the contraindications of black walnut and preparations based on it? They cannot be taken at:
- Pregnancy.
- Breastfeeding.
- Intolerance to components.
Another product should not be used for stomach ulcers, intestinal ulcers, liver cirrhosis, thrombophlebitis, gastritis. Water and oil can also be used by children.
It is necessary to remember the following nuances:
- You should not eat more than a handful of peeled nuts per day, otherwise inflammation of the tonsils and spasm of blood vessels in the head may appear.
- Black walnut is an allergenic product, so use it carefully.
- Don't eat spoiled nuts, they can lead to poisoning.
- Mold on fruit leads to cancer cells.
- Cooking causes loss of some valuable components, and overeating negatively affects the he alth of the liver.
- Black walnuts should not be consumed when dieting.
Where else is it used?
Black walnut is great for decorating suburban areas, gardens, park areas. This tree is graceful and looks great alone or in an alley. But the plant needs a suitable climate to grow, so it does not take root in every area.
Walnut wood is used to create furniture, interior elements and carved designer items. A feature of the material is considered strength and density. Products have a chocolate shade. According to experts, such wood is much better than walnut, ash, oak, beech.
Thus, before using any drug, you should familiarize yourself with the beneficial properties of black walnut and contraindications to them. This will serve to protect the body from adverse effects.
