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Akhrot (Walnut)

Akhrot (Walnut) is the nut of trees from the Juglandaceae family. Walnut is originated from Central Asia and for years has been a part of the human diet. Normally it is consumed as a nut. It has been used in garnishing foods as well as in herbal medications. It contains healthy fats (monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats), vitamins, fatty acid omega-3, fiber, iron, selenium, calcium, zinc, vitamin E, and some B vitamins and some other minerals. The phytochemicals in Akhrot and high amounts of polyunsaturated fats make it a perfect food for brain health and functioning. Omega-3 found in Walnut helps in reducing the stress from the brain and improves mental health. Walnut benefits improves neurogenesis by strengthening brain signaling. Other essential nutrients found in Walnut are vitamin E, folate, and ellagic acid that are all contributing factors for neuroprotection and brain function. Akhrot benefits also develops the central nervous system.

According to a report from the Journal of Nutrition, consumption of walnuts (Walnut benefits) doesn’t cause weight gain; in fact consumption of Akhrot can improve the cholesterol levels. It also help reduces the chances of developing cardiovascular diseases. Women with breast cancer can eat Walnut as it can suppress the growth of breast cancer.

Akhrot benefits 

Patients with high cholesterol levels may experience problems that can lead to some serious heart diseases, however with the use of Walnut; you can reduce the LDL cholesterol levels as the bad cholesterol (LDL) can produce a plaque of fats in your arteries and Akhrot can break that deposits and keeps your arterial walls healthy. It also helps in reducing the inflammation that leads to some serious cardiovascular diseases and breaks the blood clotting causing heart attacks. The omega-3 fatty acids found in Walnut can strengthen heart health. Other health issues that can be resolved with the use of Akhrot are eczema, asthma, and arthritis. The antioxidants in Akhrot (Walnuts) have also the ability to strengthen your immune system.

Key Actions

• Antioxidant
• Anti-cancerous
• Immunomodulatory
• Antiproliferative

Key Constitutions Of Akhrot

• Polyunsaturated fatty acids
• Alpha-linolenic and linoleic acids
• Omega-3 fatty acids
• Lutein zeaxanthin
• Vitamin A
• Vitamin C
• Vitamin D
• Vitamin B6
• Thiamine B1
• Riboflavin B2
• Niacin B3
• Pantothenic acid