A consistent sequence for choosing walnuts

This is an English reading overview of the Chinese article, rather than a complete translation. The Chinese source has been updated since this overview was prepared; consult the original for the latest details.

The central idea

Begin with treatment and physical risks. If those checks are acceptable, look at shell quality, surface quality and natural character. Only then compare size, pairing, price and popularity. The strength of the approach is a repeatable order: learning more variety names does not compensate for skipping the foundation. Start by understanding risks, then the shell’s foundation, surface quality and natural character. A low or high price cannot answer those questions. Use the budget to set a comfortable boundary and compare prices only after you can explain the actual pair’s condition and suitability. Different explanations often use different assumptions or start at different parts of the decision. Fix a consistent sequence first, then ask which layer each article addresses and what evidence supports it. A growing list of tips is less useful than a framework that helps you accept, question or set aside a claim.