Walnut (Akshota (Vatama)) - Ayurvedic Properties & Benefits

Walnut, derived from the Juglans regia L. tree, is a widely consumed nut known for its nutritional value and potential health benefits. It has been used in...

Walnut (Akshota (Vatama))

Walnut, derived from the Juglans regia L. tree, is a widely consumed nut known for its nutritional value and potential health benefits. It has been used in traditional medicine for various purposes, and modern research supports its cardiovascular, anti-inflammatory, and neuroprotective properties.

Botanical name: Juglans regia. Also known as: Walnut, Akhrot, Akshota, Aksota, Pilu, Sailabhava, Karpala), Aksoda, Akshodaka, Akrot, Akroot, English Walnut, Persian Walnut, Akrotu, Akaroda pappu, Akrottu, Akhiru, Akhrotu, Akrod, Akroti, Akhrottu, Akshoda.

Properties

Antioxidant activity, Anti-inflammatory activity, Lipid-lowering effects, Urolithin A production

Dosage

2 to 4 kernels daily

Classical attributes

Benefits

Traditional uses

Dosha effects

Contraindications

Side effects

Interactions

Clinical evidence

Meta-analyses of up to 15 RCTs and databases tracking 20+ RCTs show that walnut consumption is associated with improved cardiovascular health, reduced inflammation, and potential benefits in managing diabetes and brain function. Clinical trials are ongoing to further investigate these effects.

Ayurvedic karmas

Classical clinical indications