The efficacy and function of walnut leaves

In today's society, health preservation seems to be an eternal topic. Nowadays, many people like to use some Chinese medicinal materials to regulate their bodies, because these medicinal materials are natural and pollution-free. Here we will introduce walnut leaves to you.

[Source] The leaves of walnut , a plant of the Juglandaceae family.

[Chemical composition] The leaves contain gallic acid, condensed gallic acid, elaidic acid, α- and β-pinene, limonene, 1,8-cineole, juglonequinone, α-hydrojuglone glucoside, β-carotene, juglone, quercetin-3-α-L-arabinoside, hyperoside and a polyphenol complex with high anti-inflammatory effects. And contains 5-hydroxytryptamine.

[Pharmacological action] The water extract of the leaves (does not contain juglone) has a strong bactericidal effect on anthrax bacteria and diphtheria bacteria, and a weak bactericidal effect on Vibrio cholerae, Bacillus subtilis, Pneumococcus, Streptococcus, Staphylococcus aureus, as well as Escherichia coli, Salmonella typhi, and Shigella dysenteriae. It is non-toxic when taken orally and can protect mice against anthrax infection. Ineffective against Mycobacterium tuberculosis. The clinical efficacy for tuberculosis is also poor. The water extract of the leaves and the purified juglone can neutralize tetanus and diphtheria toxins in vitro, but have no toxin-neutralizing effect in vivo. In test tubes, leaf extracts at concentrations above 1:100 can kill Leptospira. The polyphenol compounds contained in the leaves have good anti-inflammatory effects; flavonoids can lower blood pressure in dogs. Phytoncide obtained from walnut (leaves?) can enhance the secretion and motility of the small intestine of dogs and rabbits. The leaf decoction can also accelerate the assimilation of sugar in rats or lower blood sugar.

【Nature and flavor】 "Guizhou Herbal Medicine": "Warm in nature, sweet in taste."

【Functions and indications】 Treat leucorrhea, scabies, and elephantiasis.

【Usage and Dosage】 For oral administration: decoction. For external use: decoct in water and wash.

[Additional prescription] ① Treat excessive leucorrhea: add 10 pieces of walnut leaves and 2 eggs, boil and drink. (Su Medical Handbook of Chinese Herbal Medicine)

【Excerpt】 《*Dictionary》

【Source】 From "Guizhou Herbs"

After reading the above article, I believe everyone has basically understood the effects and functions of walnut leaves, right? The medicinal value of walnut leaves is extremely high, but it is not suitable for everyone. You should judge based on your own actual situation. I hope everyone will pay attention to this.