Origin: Kashmir, J&K
Taste: Nutty.
Texture: Oily.
Grade: One-Tree, Two-piece.
 
 
Walnuts have been touted as the ‘brain food’ because they resemble one with their furrowed appearance. They have a high amount of polyunsaturated fat, vitamins, and minerals like potassium, iron, zinc, and magnesium. Fibre-rich and antioxidant-rich, walnuts trump all the other dry fruits on all accounts.
 
Walnuts are rich in:
Omega-3 Fatty acids
Linolenic acid
Vitamin B
Vitamin E
Polyphenols
 
Usage
Apart from the traditional way of enjoying the healthy snack one by one, there are some other ways to consume it as well:
 
The crushed form can be used to coat fish or chicken.
Can be roasted and added to your homemade trail mix.
You can sprinkle some on salads.
You can lightly roast them in your favourite stir-fry dish.
You can finely dice them and add in some dips and sauces.
 
Precautions to Take With Walnuts:
Walnuts are extremely healthy, but individuals allergic to walnuts must avoid them.
 
You must consult a qualified doctor before taking any herbal supplements. Do not discontinue or replace an ongoing treatment of modern medicine with an ayurvedic/herbal preparation without consulting a qualified doctor.