核桃隔也称分心木,是核桃果核的干燥木质隔膜,为传统的中药材,有补肾涩精、止呃、治疗呕吐等功效。现代研究表明,核桃隔具有抗氧化、抗菌、补肾等作用。研究发现,核桃隔含有酚酸类、黄酮类、苷类等多种活性物质,具有较高的药用及研究开发价值,已开发中药饮片、速溶茶等饮品,但其成分、功能、药效、剂量及感官评价等方面的问题还有待进一步研究。
Diaphragm of Juglans regia is also called Diaphragma juglandis fructus. It is dry wooden diaphragm of walnut. It is herbal material in traditional Chinese medicine which replenishes kidney essence, treats hiccup and other problems. Modern studies showed that it had antioxidant, antibacterial, kidney essence replenishment and other effects. It contained phenolic acids, flavonoids, glycosides and some other active components. Therefore, diaphragm of J. regia has potential medicinal, research and development value. So far herbal medicine pieces, instant tea and other beverages have been made from the diaphragm of Juglans regia. However, further research need to be done on the components,function,efficacy,dosage,sensory evaluation and other aspects.