Miyun Walnuts

Miyun Walnuts

　　Walnuts are deciduous trees that are monoecious, bearing spherical fruits rich in nutrients. They can be eaten, pressed for oil, or used medicinally. According to analysis by the Health Research Institute of the Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Huairou walnuts weigh over 10 grams each and have an oil yield of 45–65%. Every 100 grams of walnut kernels contain 15.4 grams of protein, 63 grams of fat, 10.7 grams of carbohydrates, 108 milligrams of calcium, 329 milligrams of phosphorus, 3.2 milligrams of iron, 0.17 milligrams of carotene, 0.32 milligrams of vitamin B1, 0.11 milligrams of vitamin B2, and 1 milligram of niacin. Particularly, their fat content ranks the highest among dried fruits. In addition, walnuts are also an excellent nut-based medicinal food for improving health, offering benefits such as enhancing fitness, enriching blood, nourishing the brain, moistening lungs, and benefiting the stomach.