Difference between revisions of "Walnut"
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It also refers to a type of wood from the same tree, sometimes used in construction. | It also refers to a type of wood from the same tree, sometimes used in construction. | ||
| − | Walnuts can be pressed for their oil, which has a very high ratio of good fats ([[omega-3]], [[polyunsaturated]]) to bad fats ([[saturated]], [[trans fat | + | Walnuts can be pressed for their oil, which has a very high ratio of good fats ([[omega-3]], [[polyunsaturated]]) to bad fats ([[saturated]], [[trans fat]]s). It can be used in frying, but should not be exposed to heat for too long, as it can develop a [[bitter]] taste. |
[[category:botany]] | [[category:botany]] | ||
[[category:manufacturing]] | [[category:manufacturing]] | ||
Revision as of 04:29, June 12, 2008
A walnut is a nut from a walnut tree.
It also refers to a type of wood from the same tree, sometimes used in construction.
Walnuts can be pressed for their oil, which has a very high ratio of good fats (omega-3, polyunsaturated) to bad fats (saturated, trans fats). It can be used in frying, but should not be exposed to heat for too long, as it can develop a bitter taste.