{"title":"Black Walnut","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBuy Black Walnut: Hulls, Capsules and Tinctures of Juglans nigra\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlack walnut (Black Walnut) is a botanical product obtained from the black walnut tree, \u003cem\u003eJuglans nigra\u003c\/em\u003e. The green outer shell of the nut (the so-called hulls) is traditionally used in herbal preparations. In supplements, black walnut is found as a standalone plant and as part of classic herbal combinations, for example with mugwort (wormwood) and cloves. Black walnut is among the botanicals whose health claims are still under review in Europe (on hold); therefore, on this page we only describe what it is and the forms in which you can find it, without attributing any effects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn our range, you will find black walnut in various forms and from several brands. For example, we offer walnut hull capsules from Swanson and Black Walnut Hulls from NOW Foods, a liquid Black Walnut Wormwood Complex from NOW Foods, and the Walnut Complex in drop form from LUTO Supplements with mugwort and cloves. Below you will read more about the plant, its origin, the available forms, and what to look out for when you want to buy black walnut.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is black walnut?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlack walnut is the fruit of the North American tree \u003cem\u003eJuglans nigra\u003c\/em\u003e, a family member of the common (European) walnut \u003cem\u003eJuglans regia\u003c\/em\u003e. The tree can grow dozens of meters tall and produces a hard nut with a thick, green outer shell. In herbal preparations, this outer shell is usually processed, referred to in English as black walnut hulls. The shell naturally contains substances such as tannins and the dye juglone, which causes the characteristic brown discoloration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere does black walnut come from?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe black walnut tree is native to eastern and central North America, where it has traditionally grown in mixed deciduous forests. The nuts are harvested in late summer and autumn, after which the green hulls are separated, dried, and processed into powder, capsules, or extracts. Black walnut has a long history in traditional North American herbal practice; this tradition in itself says nothing about a proven effect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is black walnut naturally found in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlack walnut is not a substance found in all kinds of foods, but a plant in itself: the nut and the green outer shell of the tree \u003cem\u003eJuglans nigra\u003c\/em\u003e. You can find the edible nutmeat as a nut, while in supplements, the ground green shell (black walnut hulls) is mainly used. In commerce, you will therefore find black walnut almost exclusively in herbal preparations such as capsules, tinctures, and liquid complexes, and not as an additive in ordinary foods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat forms of black walnut are available?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlack walnut is available in a number of dosage forms, each with its own characteristics:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eWalnut hull capsules\u003c\/strong\u003e – a fixed dosage per capsule based on ground hull, convenient and taste-neutral in use. Examples are Swanson Black Walnut Hull 500 mg and NOW Foods Black Walnut Hulls 500 mg.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eLiquid complexes and tinctures\u003c\/strong\u003e – extracts in drop form, often based on alcohol or glycerine, where you measure the number of drops yourself. The NOW Foods Black Walnut Wormwood Complex Liquid and the LUTO Walnut Complex are examples of this.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eHerbal combinations\u003c\/strong\u003e – formulas in which black walnut is combined with other traditional plants such as mugwort (wormwood) and cloves, a classic three-way combination in herbal tradition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBlack walnut capsules or drops?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe choice between capsules and drops is mainly a matter of preference. Capsules offer a fixed amount per piece and are taste-neutral, which makes dosing easy. Liquid forms and tinctures allow you to determine the number of drops yourself and can be mixed with water, but generally have a pronounced, herbal taste. Those who prefer to take a ready-made dose choose capsules; those who want to dose flexibly or do not want to swallow capsules choose a liquid form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBlack walnut and the herbal triad\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlack walnut is often mentioned in herbal tradition in combination with mugwort (\u003cem\u003eArtemisia absinthium\u003c\/em\u003e, wormwood) and cloves (\u003cem\u003eSyzygium aromaticum\u003c\/em\u003e). These three plants together form a well-known classic combination that you can find in various liquid complexes, including products in this range. The combination is traditional in nature; no health effects are attributed to it on this page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDosage of black walnut\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe correct amount of black walnut varies per product and per form. Walnut hull capsules often contain 500 mg per capsule, while with tinctures and liquid complexes you measure a number of drops. Because the concentration and composition differ per brand, there is no general dosage that can be given. Always follow the directions for use and the recommended daily amount on the packaging of the product in question.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen do you take black walnut?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is no fixed time that applies to every black walnut product; the time of use depends on the form and the brand. Capsules are generally taken with a generous amount of water, while drops and liquid complexes are usually diluted in a little water or another drink. Some people take it with a meal, others at a fixed time of day. For the correct time of intake and frequency, follow the directions for use on the packaging of the specific product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is black walnut intended for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlack walnut is chosen by people with an interest in traditional herbal preparations and botanical supplements. It is a dietary supplement and not a replacement for a varied diet or a healthy lifestyle. Black walnut and walnut products are not suitable for people with a nut or walnut allergy. Are you pregnant, breastfeeding, using medication, or in doubt whether the product is right for you? Then consult your general practitioner or an expert first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat to look out for when buying black walnut?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen purchasing, pay attention to the form (capsules or liquid), the amount of hull or extract per dose, and whether it is pure black walnut or a herbal combination with, for example, mugwort and cloves. Also look at the brand, the contents (number of capsules or milliliters), and whether the drops are based on alcohol or glycerine. In this range you will find black walnut from Swanson, NOW Foods, and LUTO Supplements, so you can choose a form and composition that suits your preference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlso view our other collections, such as \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/kruiden-planten\"\u003eHerbs \u0026amp; Plants\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/oregano\"\u003eOregano\u003c\/a\u003e. Looking for more from these brands? Then view \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/now-foods\"\u003eNOW Foods\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/swanson\"\u003eSwanson\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"swanson-zwarte-walnootschil-500mg-60-capsules","title":"Black Walnut Hull 500mg | 60 capsules | Swanson","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSwanson Black Walnut Hull\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlack walnut is not an everyday culinary nut. \u003cstrong\u003eBlack walnut\u003c\/strong\u003e comes from the North American tree Juglans nigra, and it is actually the green outer hulls that are in this capsule, not the nut itself. Black walnut hull has a long history in North America. Swanson makes a simple capsule out of it, with 500 mg of finely ground hull per capsule.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere the hull comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe black walnut tree grows mainly in the eastern United States and can grow dozens of meters tall. Around the nut is a thick, green husk. That husk, or hull, is the part that is used here. It is harvested while it is still green, then dried and finely ground into a powder. So it is a different part of the plant than the hard nut you crack in the kitchen. The hull is known in the herbal world for its deep, almost inky color, which can seriously discolor your fingers if you touch fresh specimens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Full Spectrum means\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany herbal products isolate a few substances and leave out the rest of the plant. With a Full Spectrum product, that is precisely not the case. You get the complete, ground hull of the black walnut, with everything that naturally occurs in it, in the ratio the plant itself produces. So it is not a highly concentrated extract, but the whole herb in powder form. For many people, that feels like a fair, recognizable way of working: the plant as it is, without parts disappearing along the way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe substances in the hull\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe black walnut hull naturally contains juglone, a naphthoquinone compound that is responsible for the typical dark color. In addition, it contains astringent substances (tannins) and polyphenols. Astringent substances are the astringent substances you also taste in strong tea or unripe fruit. These are the plant-specific compounds that make the hull so characteristic. They are naturally present in the plant material and are not added separately in a Full Spectrum powder, but are also not removed. What the plant itself contains is preserved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe capsule and the dosage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach capsule contains 500 mg of ground hull. The recommended amount is one capsule per day, with food and a glass of water. A bottle contains sixty capsules, enough for about two months. Good to know: the capsule itself is made of gelatin, an animal protein, so this product is not plant-based. The contents, the ground hull, are. Because it is a walnut product, it contains tree nuts, something to pay attention to with a nut allergy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn short, this is a straightforward herbal capsule: the whole hull of the black walnut, 500 mg per capsule, in a bottle of sixty. Simple, complete, and without frills.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Swanson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47414856450386,"sku":"Swanson-009","price":5.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0609\/9006\/2812\/files\/swansonblackwalnuthulls.jpg?v=1701941101"},{"product_id":"now-foods-antioxidant-black-walnut-hulls-junglas-nigra-500mg-60-capsules-zwarte-walnootboom","title":"Black Walnut Hulls 500 mg | 100 capsules | NOW Foods","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBlack Walnut Hulls 500 mg by NOW Foods\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAre you looking for \u003cstrong\u003eblack walnut\u003c\/strong\u003e hulls in capsule form? Black Walnut Hulls by NOW Foods contains 500 mg of black walnut hulls per capsule, from Juglans nigra. Black walnut is a botanical ingredient. It is not a broad blend, but contains a single main ingredient. One bottle contains 100 capsules.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat black walnut is\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe black walnut is the fruit of Juglans nigra, a large deciduous tree that originally grows in eastern North America. It is a family member of the common walnut we know, but with a thicker, harder shell. The part used in this product is the hull: the green, fleshy outer shell surrounding the actual nut. This outer shell is not the hard nut shell, but the bolster around it. Black walnut hull is incorporated into herbal formulas as a separate botanical ingredient. It is characterized by the fact that the shell contains a dark brown, strongly coloring substance: juglone. This same substance causes black walnut to naturally color everything it comes into contact with brown, from hands to countertops, and it is the reason the shell was also used in the past as a natural dye and ink. The tree itself is known for its dark, beautiful wood, which is highly sought after in furniture making; the nuts and their shells are actually a byproduct of that. Black walnut is therefore a plant with a culinary, artisanal, and herbal history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe hull of Juglans nigra\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product contains the ground hull powder of the black walnut, i.e., the dried and ground outer shell. Each capsule provides 500 mg, a fixed amount that is clearly stated on the label. It is a single product: only the hull of Juglans nigra, without any other herbs or extracts added. This makes it a targeted choice for those who specifically want to use this botanical ingredient and want to maintain control over any combinations themselves. Because it is the complete, ground plant material and not a highly concentrated extract, you get the hull in a recognizable, natural form. A slight color variation between batches is normal for a natural botanical ingredient and says nothing about the quality; it is part of a product that comes directly from the plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eClear herbal formula\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is short and clear: black walnut hulls as the main ingredient, in a plant-based hypromellose capsule, supplemented only with some functional excipients such as rice flour, stearic acid of plant origin, and silicon dioxide. There are no broad herbal mixes or unnecessary additives. Because the capsule is plant-based, the product fits within a vegetarian or vegan diet. Important to know: because black walnut is a nut, this product is not suitable for those with a nut or walnut allergy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho this is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis black walnut is intended for those who want to use this botanical ingredient separately and in a fixed amount, without a blend around it. You get the hull of Juglans nigra in a plant-based capsule, nothing else of significance. In short: a single, plant-based herbal formula from a brand known for clear labels and controlled production.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"NOW Foods","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47415440441682,"sku":"Now-010","price":15.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0609\/9006\/2812\/files\/ZwarteWalnootSchillenNOW.jpg?v=1772461418"},{"product_id":"luto-zwarte-walnoot","title":"Walnut Complex | 50 ml | LUTO Supplements","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWalnut Complex with Mugwort and Clove in Dropper Form\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA liquid herbal complex with three plant extracts: walnut (Juglans regia), mugwort (Artemisia absinthium) and clove (Syzygium aromaticum). Supplied as a tincture in a 50 ml bottle, providing approximately 1500 drops. Produced by LUTO Supplements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlants in the complex\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe complex combines three plants. Walnut (Juglans regia) provides the nut's husk. Mugwort (Artemisia absinthium) and clove (Syzygium aromaticum) complete the mix. There are no permitted health claims for these plants, so we make no statements about their effects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy a tincture in dropper form\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike a capsule, a tincture is a liquid plant extract, in this case dissolved in a mixture of alcohol (51%) and water. The dropper form allows you to fine-tune the dosage, from 5 to 15 drops, and a 50 ml bottle contains approximately 1500 drops. Alcohol acts as a solvent that extracts and preserves the plant substances, without the need for colourings, flavourings or preservatives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to use walnut drops\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTake 5 to 15 drops daily, dissolved in a little water, before a meal. Please note: this product contains walnut (a nut) and is therefore not suitable for those with a nut allergy. Due to the alcohol content, it is not suitable during pregnancy or breastfeeding, or for those who avoid alcohol. Not for use by children.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"LUTO Supplements","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47461135253842,"sku":"luto-039","price":21.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0609\/9006\/2812\/files\/5d3b65a2-cf3e-4f5b-b6ba-e5b5f77bf7d6.jpg?v=1761819082"},{"product_id":"black-walnut-wormwood-complex-liquid-60-ml-now-food","title":"Black Walnut Wormwood Complex Liquid | 59 ml | NOW Foods","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBlack Walnut Wormwood Complex Liquid by NOW Foods\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAre you looking for a liquid \u003cstrong\u003eblack walnut wormwood\u003c\/strong\u003e herbal formula? This one from NOW Foods combines green black walnut hulls, mugwort, and clove buds in a liquid tincture. These three botanical ingredients are often combined together in a single formula. One bottle contains 59 ml.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThree botanical ingredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe formula brings together three classic herbs. The first is the green hull of the black walnut (Juglans nigra), the fleshy outer husk surrounding the nut. The second is mugwort (Artemisia absinthium), a bitter plant that has a long history in Europe and is best known as the signature herb in absinthe. The third is the clove bud (Syzygium aromaticum), the dried, unopened flower bud of the clove tree that you also know as a warm kitchen spice. Clove is, by the way, one of the oldest trade spices in the world and was literally worth its weight in gold for centuries. Mugwort owes its fame mainly to absinthe, the strong liquor made with it in the nineteenth century and which was banned for a long time because of its thujone content. These three botanicals are often combined in a single formula, and that trio composition gives the black walnut wormwood formula its name. In this product, they are included as extracts, processed in a liquid tincture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA liquid tincture with alcohol\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA tincture is a liquid herbal extract in which the plant substances are extracted from the material using a base of water and alcohol. That is the classic, centuries-old way to make herbs liquid, and that is exactly what NOW Foods does here: the black walnut wormwood extracts are in a water-alcohol base. The alcohol serves as a solvent and preservative and ensures that the tincture remains shelf-stable for a long time. In a tincture, the plant extracts are therefore dissolved in the liquid itself, instead of in a capsule or tablet. Because mugwort naturally contains a substance called thujone, and because there is alcohol in it, this is expressly a product for adults. These properties also explain the extensive safety information you will find further down on this page and on the label.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLiquid dosing with a dropper\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bottle comes with a dropper, with which you measure the liquid. A serving is approximately 1.6 ml, i.e., one full dropper, and a 59 ml bottle provides approximately 37 servings. The drops are taken diluted in water or juice; shaking well before use is required, because plant extracts can settle. The liquid form is for those who prefer to use drops instead of capsules, and makes it easy to measure out the amount according to the label instructions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShort, recognizable herbal formula\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat characterizes this black walnut wormwood tincture is its straightforward composition: three recognizable botanical ingredients in a water-alcohol base, without a broad blend of ten herbs. You can see exactly which three plants are in it. It is a product for adults who want to use this classic herbal combination in liquid form and observe the safety information. Because there are exactly three plants in it, you keep a good eye on what you are using yourself. In short: a clear, liquid three-herb formula from a brand known for clear labels and controlled production.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"NOW Foods","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50588809888082,"sku":"Now-015","price":18.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0609\/9006\/2812\/files\/nowfoodsBlackWalnutLuto.jpg?v=1783247641"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.luto-supplements.nl\/en\/collections\/zwarte-walnoot.oembed","provider":"LUTO Supplements","version":"1.0","type":"link"}