Walnut oil

Description

Walnut oil contains a natural antioxidant—vitamin E. It protects cell membranes from the harmful effects of free radicals, significantly reducing the risk of malignant tumors due to radiation and exposure to rays. The high iodine content in walnut oil helps in the early prevention of thyroid diseases. Modern scientists refer to the walnut as a plant version of the periodic table, as it contains over 50 macro and microelements along with many other beneficial substances.

Impact on Health: This product is widely used in medicine for treating various disorders of the cardiovascular, digestive, and endocrine systems. It helps alleviate inflammation, swelling, and pain.

It is particularly frequently used for different pathologies of the musculoskeletal system—such as arthrosis, osteoarthrosis, osteoporosis, and other joint pathologies:

• For varicose veins, thrombosis, and thrombophlebitis;
• For therapeutic treatment of inflammatory processes in mucous membranes;
• To improve digestive system function and normalize bowel movements;
• In cases of gastric ulcers and duodenal ulcers;
• For heartburn and gastritis;
• Products based on walnut oil are used to treat mastopathy, angina, and other throat pathologies;
• It strengthens immunity and enhances the body’s resistance to tuberculosis;
• As an aphrodisiac for reduced male potency;
• For diabetes to normalize blood sugar levels and cleanse blood vessels;
• For inflammatory processes in the urinary system;
• To treat asthmatic conditions;
• During infertility.

In addition, the oil is recommended for use during pregnancy to avoid the threat of miscarriage in early stages. It ensures the normal formation of the fetal respiratory system, improves placental and uterine blood flow, and normalizes hormonal balance.

• The antioxidant properties of vitamin E enhance the effects of vitamins A and C, also present in cold-pressed walnut oil. They stimulate cellular energy metabolism, restore cellular respiration, and provide protection.
• The high iodine content in walnut oil contributes to the early prevention of thyroid diseases, while fluoride reduces the manifestation of tooth decay.
• Carotenoids and flavonoids found in walnut oil have hypocholesterolemic effects and modulate immunity, thus lowering the risk of atherosclerosis and enhancing anti-tumor immunity.
• Oxicamarin compounds in walnut oil exhibit activity against blood clotting. This prevents the formation of blood clots in the vascular system, thereby preventing thrombosis, thrombophlebitis, and myocardial infarction.
• Significant levels of phosphorus and calcium help prevent osteoporosis, especially in women during the climacteric period.
• It enriches the bodies of pregnant women with these macroelements.
• The presence of phosphorus and calcium also positively influences spermatogenesis and promotes active growth during adolescence.
• Iron and cobalt prevent anemia and stimulate hematopoiesis.
• Due to the presence of vitamin K, regular use of walnut oil reduces capillary bleeding, improves peripheral blood supply, and enhances microcirculation.
• Potassium alleviates muscle weakness, reduces tissue swelling, stimulates heart activity, and regulates water-salt balance.
• The combination of magnesium and vitamin B6, along with sulfur present in walnut oil, helps prevent adverse effects of stress and chronic fatigue, supporting nervous system functions in cases of myalgias, cramps, and sensory functions (hearing, vision).

Application in Cosmetology:

Walnut oil is also used in cosmetology because its microelements and vitamins make it suitable for all skin types, moisturizing, nourishing, and toning the skin. This product is a component of numerous creams, hygiene products, and balms. The oil, when used in its pure form, easily spreads on the skin, quickly absorbing and making the skin silky and tender. It is especially recommended for those with sensitive and irritation-prone skin, as it soothes and cools. Thanks to its fatty acids and antioxidants, walnut oil has rejuvenating and regenerating properties, making it suitable for combating age-related skin changes, particularly for reducing fine lines. To enrich day or night cream with beneficial substances, a few drops of walnut oil can be added, making any product suitable for anti-aging care.

How to Use: Walnut oil adds excellent flavor to cold dishes, salads, and sauces. It can be used to taste instead of olive or sunflower oil.

Method of Use as a Therapeutic and Preventive Product: Take 1 tsp three times a day 15–30 minutes before meals.

• For mucosal diseases of the oral cavity, apply to affected areas. Combine with taking walnut oil internally (1-2 tsp three times a day).
• For phlebitis and varicose veins in the lower limbs, apply compresses and dressings to affected areas, combined with taking internally (1-2 tsp three times a day).
• For rhinitis and otitis, instill a few drops of warmed walnut oil into the nasal cavity or ear canal, covering with a cotton ball.
• For pharyngitis, laryngitis, and angina, slightly warmed oil can be used as a compress on the front of the neck.
• For skin lesions and burns, apply marled dressings soaked in warm oil. Change the dressing after it dries.
• For hair loss, apply oil while also taking it internally (1-2 tsp three times a day, 30 minutes before meals).
• In cosmetic practice: warm compresses and applications on the skin; oil can be added to creams. In gerontology, take for a prolonged period (1–2 tsp three times a day, 30 minutes before meals) to prevent aging. The overall course of intake is 6-8 weeks. Repeat courses three times a year. Contraindications: acute gastrointestinal bleeding, weakened stool, acute abdomen, individual intolerance.