What Nuts Did the Cherokee Eat and How Were They Used?
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According to the Blue Ridge National Heritage Area, the beginning of Cherokee culture is tied to agriculture, with vast fields of corn, beans, and squash, but the diet was far more diverse and included foraged foods. The gathering of calorie-rich nuts, including hickory, acorns, and black walnuts, was an essential practice for the Cherokee people to ensure sustenance, particularly during the harsh winter months.
