Walnut Oil

Properties of Walnut Oil

Common walnut oil has the following therapeutic properties, which make it useful for personal use and as ingredient in medicinal products, even home remedies.

Antiseptic - reduces the risk of catching an infection on an open wound.

Anti-inflammatory - Because of omega - 3 fatty acids in walnut oil, it is strongly anti-inflammatory.

Anti-bacterial - kills many strains of bacteria.

Anti-fungal - Walnut oil is a strong anti-fungal

Laxative - promotes regular emptying of bowels.

Analgesic - natural pain reliever.

Reduces the risk of developing high triglycerides in blood.

Anti-ageing - can slow down ageing from within.

Skin regenerative - It promotes the regeneration of skin cells to replace dead, shedding cells.

Skin toner - helps fights agging in skin.

Emollient - fine moisturizer of skin.

Anti-cancer - Walnut oil may have potential anti-cancer properties against a wide range of cancers.  

Antioxidant - mops up free radicals before they cause damage to the DNA and the mitochondria of our cells.

Weight Loss - Walnut oil may have weight loss

Wood finishing agent - Walnut oil polishes wood and makes it look better. It keeps the wood protected.

Paint thinner - removes color from paint brushes like nothing else.

(Source:oilhealthbenefits.com)