05/03/2026
Black Walnut (Juglans nigra)
Today I was making Black walnut tincture. I forgot to wear gloves and the juice from the hulls stained my hands black. 😆
Black walnut hulls are used to expel intestinal worms. Chinese medicine uses it to kill tape worms. Its depurative action helps to excrete waste making it useful for constipation and chronic skin problems, it is also used externally for skin complaints such as eczema, psoriasis and herpes. External applications have also been known to kill ringworm (Fungal infection).
On a side note. The staining is a natural plant-based Iodine which is great for cuts.
They also taste good as well. 🌿🌿