The efficacy and function of wild walnut kernels

There are so many medicinal herbs in the world, and it is inevitable that there are some that we are not familiar with. But as long as we have the spirit of learning throughout our lives, I believe we can slowly learn more medical herbs. So do you know about the medicinal material wild walnut kernel?

[Source] It is the seed kernel of wild walnut, a plant of the Juglandaceae family. The fruits are harvested in October when they are ripe, piled up for 6 to 7 days, and after the peel has rotted, the peel is wiped off, washed, and dried in the sun until half dry. Then the core is crushed, the kernel is picked out, and dried in the sun.

[Original form] Wild walnut, also known as: Hickory, wild walnut.

[Habitat distribution] Growing on hillsides or along stream valleys. Distributed in Jiangsu, Zhejiang, Anhui, Jiangxi, Hunan, Hubei, Sichuan, Yunnan, Guizhou, Gansu and other places.

[Chemical composition] The seed kernel contains 40-50% oil, 15-20% protein, carbohydrates, vitamins A, B, C, etc. The bark and exocarp contain large amounts of tannins.

【Nature and flavor】 Warm and mild in nature, sweet in taste.

[Functions and indications] Seed kernel: It can nourish Qi and blood, moisten dryness and resolve phlegm, benefit the life gate, benefit the triple burner, warm the lungs and moisten the intestines. Treats cold cough and lower limb pain. Oil: It is a laxative that can expel red insects: It can be used externally to treat skin scabies, frostbite, and underarm odor.

[Additional prescription] To treat low back pain: 5 to 6 liang of wild walnut kernels (fried). Mash it and drink with wine. (The following properties and flavors are from "Zhejiang Tianmu Yam Plant Records")

【Excerpt】 《*Dictionary》

[Source] From "Zhejiang Tianmu Yam Plant Records"

Through the introduction of the effects and functions of wild walnut kernels, everyone knows its magic. In fact, there are many seemingly ordinary people or things in life that contain power that we cannot imagine. Now that everyone knows the magical therapeutic effects and functions of wild walnut kernels, you can try it to test whether it is effective.