African Walnuts
African walnuts also known as Àsálà or Awùsá in the western part of Nigeria is a black colored hard nut. It has black pericarp covering a brain like whitish round but inside. They are scientifically called Tetracarpidium conophorum. The unripe fruits are green, they turn dark brown and then black as they mature.
African walnuts have a lot of health benefits out of which are;
1. Prevention of cancer.
2. Aid in digestion of food.
3. Strengthening of the immune system.
4. Prevention of cardiovascular disease.
5. Promote brain health.
6. Cure insomnia.
7. Tradio_ medicine.
1. Prevention of cancer: African walnuts contain ascorbic acid which helps in fighting cancer. It has been proven by scientists to have the capacity to prevent cancerous diseases like breasts cancer, prostate cancer etc.
2. Aid in digestion of food: walnuts contain a lot of fiber, they help proper digestion of food and excretion of feaces.
3. Immune system: they contain zinc, iron, copper and antioxidants which are required to boost the immune system.
4. Heart diseases: African walnuts are very rich in Omega 3 fatty acids and antioxidants which help prevent cardiovascular disease.
5. Promote brain health: polyphenolic and Omega 3 fatty acids which are known to boost the proper functioning of the grey matter are also present in African walnuts.
6. Prevention of insomnia: for those suffering from insomnia and sleep disorder should include walnuts in their diets. They possesse melatonin and serotonin which help on relaxing the body and relieving stress.
7. Trado_ medicine: walnuts bark and leaves serve as herbs which help in curing dysentery, diarrhea and vomiting.
Try to include walnuts in your diet. It can be served as after meal dessert or snacks.
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