Posted June 25, 2022
Protein powder has left the gym and gone mainstream. What started as a supplement for body builders and professional athletes seeking to bulk up muscles, is now being used by active, health conscious people of all descriptions. And among the hottest categories of protein powder are nut powders, including wild, sustainable Black Walnut powder, because […]
Posted May 4, 2022
Wild Foods: Untamed Nutrition is Gaining Popularity May 2022 True wild foods live at the intersection of sustainability, good health, and great taste. So, it’s no surprise they’re gaining popularity. In fact, more than one in four US adults follows some type of lifestyle associated with health and sustainability, representing nearly 50 million people. These […]
Posted March 29, 2022
The Food-as-Medicine trend has put the spotlight on this nutritious, sustainable, wild-harvested tree nut March 2022 If you have a medical condition, avoid certain ingredients, or suffer from an allergy, you probably spend a lot more time reading food labels to find products that fit your diet and support your health. That makes you part […]
Posted February 9, 2022
Special Report Black Walnuts Powering the Wellness Evolution This robust, sustainable superfood is the wild nutritional powerhouse among tree nuts The lingering global pandemic has altered lives, habits, and personal perspectives about health and wellness. Food as medicine is gaining mainstream traction as a key part of disease prevention and wellness. This “Wellness Evolution” also […]
Posted October 8, 2021
“Nostalgia is like a grammar lesson: You find the present tense, but the past perfect.” – Owens Lee Pomeroy No question that 2021 is a year of tension—and anxiety, uncertainty, and stress. So it’s no wonder people are turning to nostalgia laced comfort foods to find peace and pleasure. In the right measure, nostalgia has […]
Posted January 22, 2019
Phytosterols harvested from the tree nut have a wide range of other potential uses, including cosmetics and nutritional supplements Story Contact: Austin Fitzgerald, fitzgeraldac@missouri.edu, 573-882-6217 COLUMBIA, Mo. – Black walnuts are a major industry in the Midwest, with about 23 million pounds processed annually in Missouri alone, and they are a ubiquitous presence on lawns in […]
Posted May 17, 2016
Happy National Walnut Day! This day in 1958 marked the first National Walnut Day in history. Each year on this day both varieties of walnuts (English and Black) are promoted for their benefits and differences. Black Walnuts have been around longer than nearly every other American food. As a matter of fact, cooking with Black […]
Posted March 23, 2016
Did you know that adding in nuts to your daily diet can provide you with many health benefits? Yes, you can reap all kinds of benefits by eating just 1 oz. of nuts a day! Nutritional benefits of nuts may vary slightly depending on nut. Across the board, you’ll find nuts are packed with protein, […]
Posted March 9, 2016
March marks National Nutrition Month, which can serve as a great opportunity to refocus on any New Year’s health goals. Consider evaluating eating habits to add in more natural foods, and less processed foods. Your body may be missing some important vitamins and minerals that you can gain by eating more nutritious foods. Here are […]
Posted January 22, 2016
American Black Walnuts not only provide a rich, earthy flavor, but this unique nut offers many health benefits too. You can easily boost the nutritional profile by adding Black Walnuts to yogurt, oatmeal and salads, or even recipes like fish, chicken or energy bars. Toasted Black Walnuts are a perfect addition to trail mixes or […]