Health Benefits of Black Walnut Hulls
Black Walnut Hulls contain juglone, a chemical that is antibacterial, antiviral, antiparasitic, and a fungicide. Health Benefits include;
- Helps fight depression
- Improves brain health
- Boosts heart health
- Effective against ringworm, tapeworm, pin or thread worm, and other parasites of the intestines
- Promotes healthy skin; tightens the epidermis, mucous membranes and relieves irritation
- May fight viral warts, eczema, acne, psoriasis, xerosis, tinea pedis and poison ivy
- Improves cardiovascular health
- May have protective effects against coronary heart disease
- Helps protect against cancer
- It has been used in folk medicine for many years as a treatment for topical fungal infections
- Treats and prevents inflammation
How to Use
- Use in tea or tincture combinations. Can be used to make poultices, washes, healing salves and ointments
Cautions and Side Effects
- Not safe for children
- Do not drink if you are pregnant
- As a tree nut, black walnuts may not be safe for everyone. If you have a tree nut allergy, consuming black walnuts or using black walnut supplements may cause a serious allergic reaction.
