Walnut is a valuable nut that is rich in protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals and antioxidant compounds. Different types of walnut trees have been cultivated in China, Japan, France and America, but the Iranian walnut is considered the most important type of walnut in the world due to the percentage of nutrients in it.
Researches on the use of walnut for the health of many organs of the body They find it useful. In this article, we are going to tell you about the benefits of walnuts for the brain.
Prevent strokes
Studies show that walnuts are rich in omega-3 fatty acid or alpha-linolenic acid and antioxidant compounds such as flavonoids, allergic acid, melatonin, vitamin E, folate, gammatocopherol and proanthocyanidins. These compounds have many anti-inflammatory properties and improve the body's immune system and prevent strokes. A stroke is caused by damage to the cerebral vessels, and its complications can range from mild to severe, and in some cases even lead to death. Consuming a Mediterranean diet that is rich in nuts, especially walnuts , can reduce the risk of stroke in people.
Prevention of Alzheimer's
Studies show that using a diet rich in walnuts can reduce age-related cognitive changes and prevent diseases such as Alzheimer's and depression in the elderly.
Improve Parkinson's
Parkinson's is another brain disease caused by damage to dopaminergic neurons. Movement disorders, imbalance, tremors and stiffness of the body are among the symptoms of this disease. Studies show that consuming walnuts in these patients can help improve body coordination and motor power.
Improvement and prevention of depression
One of the other common diseases related to the mind and brain is depression, which many people suffer from during their lifetime, especially in adulthood. Depression has various reasons, and the lack of nutrients and some vitamins can play a role in the development of this disease.
Studies show that walnuts, due to having phosphorus, magnesium, omega-3, B vitamins, can reduce the incidence of this disease. Illness plays a role. Also, according to the available articles, people who use nuts in their diet, especially walnuts, have more concentration, higher energy levels, and less frustration than the group that does not use walnuts.
Reduce epilepsy attacks
Epilepsy is one of the chronic neurological disorders that is associated with successive attacks, convulsions and tremors. The main cause of epilepsy is not fully known, but genetic factors and structural and metabolic problems can play a role in causing this disease. More than 50 million people in the world are suffering from this disease. Epilepsy cannot be cured, but the number of attacks can be reduced. Research shows that the consumption of walnuts in the diet of people with epilepsy reduces convulsive attacks and causes neuroprotection of brain cells.
1- Improvement of memory and focus
Walnut consumption can also play a role in increasing the performance of school-age students. In fact, walnuts prevent the accumulation of amyloid compounds, which cause the production of free radicals in the brain, due to the high amounts of omega-3 compounds and vitamins in it, as well as due to the presence of many antioxidant compounds. Also, consumption of walnuts can play a role in increasing students' concentration and improving memory and help reduce anxiety and stress. Therefore, it is recommended to use a diet rich in walnuts in school age.
2- Help improve the mood
Using walnuts in people's diet is also effective in improving mood. A research was conducted on 64 students who were divided into 2 groups. One group was exposed to a diet rich in walnuts, and the control group did not consume any walnuts; After eight weeks, the results showed that the students who were on a diet rich in walnuts had a significantly better mood and spirit.
Helping fetal brain health in pregnant women
Using walnuts during pregnancy can also be beneficial for the brain health of the fetus. The fatty acids in walnuts can help the development of the fetus's brain and eyes. Also, the use of walnuts during the postpartum period prevents the mother from suffering from depression.
