ORIGIN The oldest walnut remains were discovered in Iraq, and they are believed to be from 50,000 B.C. Walnuts are the oldest tree food known to man. Early history indicates that English walnuts came from ancient Persia, where they were reserved for royalty. The Greeks and Romans were fond of the walnut, and they were considered food for Gods by the early Romans. Walnuts are known as juglans, in fact, the word juglans goes back to “jovis glans” or “nut of Jupiter.”. Black Walnut, in particular, is known for its powerful benefits for the body, mind and spirit and has ...
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