Makhanas are low in sodium content and high in potassium and magnesium, making them useful for people with high blood pressure. The high calcium conte
Plain makhana, also known as fox nuts or lotus seeds, are round to oval-shaped seeds that are green when fresh and turn cream to yellow when dried. They are high in potassium, magnesium, calcium, B vitamins, protein, and fiber, and low in sodium, fat, and cholesterol. Makhanas are often eaten as a snack, but can also be used in dishes like kheer or ground into flour. Some say they are a superfood and a healthier alternative to deep-fried snacks.
Makhanas come from the euryale fox plant, which grows in the stagnant water of wetlands or ponds in eastern Asia. They have been used in Chinese medicine for 3,000 years and are also important in ayurveda.