Health Benefits Of African Walnut (Asala or Ausa)
African walnut is mostly found in Nigeria and some parts of Africa. In the western part of Nigeria, it is known as ausa or asala while in the southern part its called ukpa.
African walnut is an excellent source of minerals, vitamins and phytonutrients needed for the healthy functioning of the human’s body. It is considered “the king of nuts” due to the numerous health benefits it has.
African Walnuts naturally contain minerals like thiamine, riboflavin, folic acid, cyanocobalamin (vitamins B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, B9, B12, C and E), niacin, manganese, l-arginine, pyridoxine, selenium, melatonin, ascorbic acid, pantothenic acid, tocopherol, ellagic acid, polyphenols, omega-3 fatty acids and oleic acid.
They also have a lengthy list of health benefits and beauty benefits
1. Treatment of Gastroenteritis Diseases
African walnut leaves and barks are used in folk medicines for treating individuals suffering from gastroenteritis diseases such as dysentery, stomach pain, diarrhoea and vomiting. Decocted African walnut leaves and seeds are effective for relieving abdominal pains.
2. Treatment of Infertility
Research shows that Walnut seeds have been effective for tackling male infertility issues by boosting sperm productions in the testicles. Researchers reveal that men who include more African walnuts in their diet stand higher chances of improving their sperm health, sperm development and spermatozoa count. This is due to the high amount of healthy fatty acids present in the nuts. The leaf extracts of the African walnut can also be used for boosting fertility in women as well as for treating fibroids.
3. Prevention of Cardiovascular Diseases
African walnut is very effective for minimising the risks of cardiovascular diseases such as heart attack and coronary artery disease. This is due to the high content of phytosterols, omega 3 fatty acids and antioxidants in this fruit.
4. Reduces the Cholesterol Level
Walnut is an excellent source of healthy polyunsaturated fat and omega-3 fatty acids, which have been proven effective for reducing the body’s cholesterol level.
5. Treatment of Infertility
Research shows that Walnut seeds have been effective for tackling male infertility issues by boosting sperm productions in the testicles. Researchers reveal that men who include more African walnuts in their diet stand higher chances of improving their sperm health, sperm development and spermatozoa count. This is due to the high amount of healthy fatty acids present in the nuts. The leaf extracts of the African walnut can also be used for boosting fertility in women as well as for treating fibroids.
6. PROMOTES QUALITY SLEEP
Studies reveal that regular intake of walnuts before going to sleep is an effective way of facilitating good sleep due to the presence of melatonin in the nuts. It is noteworthy that melatonin is a hormone produced by the pineal gland, which acts as a sleep aid as well as a remedy for tackling certain sleep disorders, A you suffering from insomnia…? eat Asala (walnut)
7. COMMERCIAL PURPOSES
African walnut oil, which is produced from the nuts can be used for producing vulcanized oil, stand oil and wood varnish.
Health Benefits Of African Walnut (Asala)