Fun Facts About Walnuts

01Feb,2025

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Walnuts are one of the oldest tree foods known to humans, dating back to 7000 B.C.

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Oldest Tree Food

Their shape resembles a brain, and they actually help brain function due to their high omega-3 fatty acid content.

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Brain-Shaped & Brain-Boosting

Botanically, walnuts are not true nuts but drupes.

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Not a True Nut

Eating walnuts regularly may help lower bad cholesterol and reduce heart disease risk.

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Heart-Healthy

Nearly 99% of U.S. walnuts come from California, making it the top producer in the world.

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California Grown

Persian kings considered walnuts a royal delicacy and reserved them for the elite.

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Ancient Royal Favorite

Walnuts naturally contain melatonin, which can help regulate sleep cycles.

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Good for Sleep