Myth №1: Walnuts originate in Greece.
Despite the obvious consonance, the birthplace of these nuts is not Greece, but South-West Asia. It is believed that they appeared there about 10,000 years ago and from there, from Mesopotamia and Persia, they spread throughout the world. It is no coincidence that in Greece they were called “Persian”. But they came to the territory of our country from Byzantium - from the very Greeks with whom the Russians actively traded. And that’s why they got the name “walnuts”. According to the same scheme, in the USA, for example, they are known as “English”, that is, brought by the British.



Myth № 2: High-quality nuts can be stored for several years.
A popular myth that can add to health problems. Nuts can indeed be stored for a long time, but not indefinitely, and walnuts even more so. Since they contain many polyunsaturated fatty acids, they undergo oxidation over time. This happens faster than, for example, with cashews or hazelnuts. Therefore, according to the rules, the maximum shelf life of walnuts in shell is one year, shelled walnuts - no more than six months. For long-term storage, it is recommended to dry the nuts in a hot frying pan or in the oven. Cleaned kernels can also be frozen.



Myth № 3: Walnuts help you lose weight.
Nuts are really rich in vitamins and unsaturated fatty acids, which can normalize metabolism. In addition, they satisfy hunger well and help maintain normal cholesterol and blood glucose levels. However, you won’t be able to lose weight on them: walnuts have a high calorie content (630–670 kcal), and contain a lot of fat (about 80% of the daily value per 100 g of product). Therefore, nutritionists do not advise those who are losing weight to eat more than one nut per day.



Myth № 4: Walnuts are so high in protein that they can replace meat.
Nuts are really rich in protein: its content is about 15 g per 100 g of product, it is well absorbed by the body and will certainly be beneficial. However, walnuts cannot become a complete substitute for meat. In terms of amino acid composition, “nut” protein is noticeably different from what is found in dairy or meat products. Therefore, it is good to combine walnuts with milk porridges, cheeses, dairy products and meat dishes.