Walnut Tree Bark 50g, dandasa

Traditional and Scientific Uses

• Dental benefits: The fibrous bark has been traditionally used as a natural toothbrush—effective for mechanical cleaning, anti-plaque, anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, anti-cariogenic, and tooth-whitening properties l.

• Ethnomedicinal applications: Bark and branches have been used for toothaches, regularly chewed as a brush for oral cleaning

• Traditional laxative & dye uses: Indigenous groups (e.g. Cherokee) made bark tea as a laxative, and used bark, leaves, or husks for dyes and topical treatments like ringworm or athlete’s foot

• Chemical constituents: The bark contains juglone, a compound with anti-viral, anti-parasitic, anti-fungal, anti-bacterial, anti-inflammatory, and potentially anti-cancerous effects

• Digestive and skin benefits: Inner bark decoctions are used for constipation, digestive support, liver stimulation, and skin conditions

• Nutritional and broader health potential: Black walnuts (not just bark) contain antioxidants, polyunsaturated fats, phytosterols, arginine, and phenolic compounds—linked to improved heart health, lower blood pressure and cholesterol, neuroprotection, and reduced risk of certain cancers

Important note: These are mostly traditional or preliminary findings. Many claims, particularly regarding cancer, liver disease, or neuroprotection, lack robust clinical validation. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before using any herbal remedy.