Intestinal moistening, sleep aid, sleep aid
Walnut kernels are the flesh inside walnut cores, and walnuts are produced in North China, Northwest China, Southwest China, Central China, South China and East China. It is rich in nutrients such as protein, fat, carbohydrates and mineral elements such as magnesium, potassium, phosphorus, and iron. In addition, there are more proteins and unsaturated fatty acids necessary for the human body, which have the effects of laxative, sleep aid, and sleep aid.
1. Lowering blood sugar: The large amount of unsaturated fatty acids contained in walnut kernels can effectively reduce the body's resistance to insulin, and at the same time can play a role in reducing the risk of type 2 diabetes. Eating walnut kernels frequently can effectively reduce the body's blood sugar content.
2. Intestinal moistening and laxative: Walnut kernels are rich in walnut kernel oil and a large amount of crude fiber. Walnut kernel oil can soften stools and lubricate the intestines. Crude fiber can absorb water and swell, stimulate intestinal movement, and thus achieve the effect of improving constipation.
3. Help sleep: Walnut kernels contain a considerable amount of melatonin, which can help the body fall asleep. Melatonin is a hormone that can help regulate human sleep. It is secreted more at night to help people fall asleep. Eating walnut kernels can promote the secretion of melatonin and help improve sleep.
4. Brain health and intelligence: Walnut kernels are rich in linoleic acid and DHA, which are essential nutrients for the development of brain and visual functions; the trace elements zinc and manganese they contain are important components of the pituitary gland in the brain. Regular consumption of walnut kernels can supplement the nutrients needed by the brain and play a role in brain health and intelligence.
5. Beauty and skin care: Walnut kernels are rich in nutrients. Regular consumption of walnut kernels can nourish the skin and make the skin white, tender and smooth. Especially for the elderly, as they age, their skin elasticity decreases and wrinkles and other skin aging problems occur. Eating walnut kernels can help enhance skin elasticity and play a role in beauty and skin care.