Common Names:
Black Walnut, Jupiter' Nut.
Parts Used:
Hulls.
Historical Uses:
Black Walnut hulls have been used in traditional medicine to eliminate parasites.1,2 It has also been employed to help reduce lymphatic swellings.1 Black Walnut is known to be a good source of iodine which is essential to allow proper functioning of the thyroid gland (responsible for weight and temper).1 Externally, it has been used in the treatment of vaginal infections and skin troubles such as indolent ulcers, eczema, poison ivy, etc.2
Contraindications:
None.
Adverse reactions:
None.
Dosage:
10 to 40 drops three times per day. Externally, use as needed. As a douche, 80 drops in 1 cup of distilled water.
References:
S. Talalaj & Dr A.S. Czechowicz, Herbal Remedies Harmful and Beneficial Effects, Hill of Content, Melbourne, 1989;
Dr. A. B. Howard, Herbal Extracts,1990;
Plantes Médicinales, Grénd, Paris, 1984;
Jean Palaiseul, La vérité sur les plantes et la vie naturelle, France Loisirs, Paris, 1972;
Atlas des plantes médicinales, Fernand Nathan, Paris, 1976;
M. Grieve, A Modern Herbal, Internet site Botanical.com.
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1 The Lawrence Review of Natural Products
2 Atlas des plantes médicinales,Fernand Nathan, Paris, 1976, p.138
This information is not intended to substitute medical advice regarding medical problems, diagnosis, treatments or healing of diseases or other physical and mental problems. This work is about historical observations and historical information relating to herbs. It is not the author's intention to establish prescriptions and/or diagnosis. The author and publisher deny responsibility in case of auto-prescription without former authorization of a physician.
