They are in season and have numerous health benefits. Contains VitaminsThe African walnut contains vitamins such as B6, B7 and E. Vitamin E is an antioxidant which protects the body from free radicals that damage the body. Vitamin B6 helps in brain growth and function and Vitamin 7 helps to metabolise carbohydrate and fat and all these are highly required by the body. Lowers the risk of cancerWalnut contains polyphenol ellagitannins which certain microbes in the gut convert to urolithins. Urolithins have properties that help them reduce the risk of hormone-related cancers like breast and prostate cancer.

Source: The Guardian August 04, 2018 18:11 UTC