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Uses of Black Walnut Hull Tincture

A tincture is a solution of herbal extract, usually in grain alcohol. Doses are measured in drops. Black Walnut Hull tincture is widely believed to have antifungal, antiviral, antibacterial and antihelmintic properties. It is nutritious and is used both externally and internally. As far back as the Revolutionary War, Black Walnut Hull tincture was combined with cloves and wormwood to cleanse the body of parasitic worms. An astrigent, Black Walnut Hull tincture is an effective remedy for many itchy skin rashes.

  1. Nutrition

    • Black Walnut Hull tincture contains the phytochemicals beta carotene, ellagic acid, juglone, myricetin and tannin. It is rich in calcium, magnesium, iron, manganese, phosphorus, potassium, selenium, silicone and zinc. It is a good source of vitamins B1, B2, B3 and C. According to Phyllis Balch, Clinical Nutrition Counselor (CNC) and author of Prescription for Nutritional Healing, Black Walnut Hull tincture aids digestion, causes a laxative effect without pain or irritation, and may help lower blood pressure and cholesterol levels.

    Parasites

    • Black Walnut Hull tincture may be the best known herbal remedy for worms. Pinworms cause intense anal itching, especially at night, and most often affect children. Tapeworms can interfere with nutrient absorption in the bowels. Other types of worms may be seen in the stool. Black Walnut Hull tincture is said to kill many of these parasites. Traditionally, a combination of Black Walnut Hull tincture with wormwood and cloves is used, beginning with a few drops every four hours and gradually increasing the dose until 20 drops are taken four times a day for 10 days to two weeks. Balch suggests that Black Walnut Hull tincture be taken on an empty stomach and should not be used at high doses for more than 14 days in a row. The whole family should be treated for pinworms, especially children, and treatment may need to be repeated.
      For head and body lice, saturating the head/body with Black Walnut Hull tincture will relieve itching and kill adult lice. As much as possible, remove eggs with a fine comb, and keep repeating treatment with Black Walnut Hull tincture every three to four days until the infestation is gone.

    Fungus and Sores

    • Black Walnut Hull tincture is said to be effective against thrush, jock itch, athlete's foot and vaginal yeast infections. These are all caused by Candida, which can be cleared up with daily applications of Black Walnut Hull tincture. For impetigo sores, which are caused by staphylococcus bacteria, gauze should be soaked in Black Walnut Hull tincture and taped in place so that they can be kept wet. The soaks can be removed in four or five days, when healing should be evident. This procedure is also recommended for treating ringworm. Phyllis Balch states that sores in the mouth, herpes virus cold sores, poison ivy and warts (also viral), will all benefit from applications of Black Walnut Hull tincture either several times a day or as soaks.

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