“Akhrot introduction, names and health benefits in naturopathic remedies.” Akhrot (अखरोट) is one mostly used dry fruit with a lot of health benefits. In English, it is known as Walnut, and in Latin – Juglans Regia of Juglandaceae family. Its popular Sanskrit names are Akshotak, Akshot, Snehfalam, Swadumajjah, Shailbhavah, and