Which are walnut kernel benefits and application fields?

1.  Core nutrients

Omega-3 fatty acids (9-14% α-linolenic acid)

Antioxidants (polyphenols are 2-15 times more than other nuts)

Plant protein (15-20g of high-quality protein per 100g)

Trace elements (magnesium, phosphorus, copper and other minerals)

2.  Key application areas

1. Food processing industry

Healthy snacks: low-temperature baked additive-free products (annual growth rate exceeds 25%)

Baking ingredients: replace 30% of flour to make high-fiber bread

Plant-based dairy products: walnut milk protein content reaches 3.2g/100ml

2. Health product manufacturing

Brain supplements: DHA microencapsulation technology improves absorption rate

Cardiovascular health: extract polyphenols to make soft capsules

Sports nutrition: muscle-building powder compounded with whey protein

3. Cosmetic ingredients

Cold-pressed walnut oil: contains 76% linoleic acid, used for anti-aging essence

Polyphenol extract: natural antioxidant ingredient in sunscreen

Natural scrub: ultra-fine walnut shell particles

4. Feed additives

Protein feed: defatted walnut meal replaces 20% soybean meal

Functional additives: polyphenol extract improves livestock and poultry immunity

Pet food: Omega-3 hair care formula

In fact, not only walnut kernels are used in various fields, nuts are being valued by people. For example, pumpkin seed kernels, sunflower seed kernels, macadamia nuts, etc., have become an important source of high-quality fat intake. In the future, people will explore more about nuts. Through cross-field integration, walnut kernels are extending from traditional food to high-value-added industries, becoming a key resource for healthy economy and sustainable development.

If you are looking for high-quality walnut kernels, Xinjiang walnut kernels in China are worth a try. Due to its superior geographical environment and scientific management of planting, Xinjiang walnut kernels are not only exported in large quantities, but also through the "walnut + tourism" model, a walnut oil SPA health project has been developed, attracting more than 500,000 tourists each year.