From PM Modi’s Plate to Yours: Why Makhana Should Be Your Go-To Snack

Makhana is a traditional Indian gourmet snack that has gained much popularity in recent years due to its rich medicinal value and mineral contents. Makhana is a low-calorie powerhouse which improves digestion. Including this powerhouse snack in your diet will improve your overall well being and health. Makhanas are small, white puffs high in antioxidants such as Vitamin A, magnesium, and selenium. These antioxidants aid an improved immune system, protect the body from oxidative stress, and damage free radicals.

Recently, Prime Minister Narendra Modi revealed that he eats Makhana at least 300 out of 365 days. He furtherly said it is a superfood that we must now take to global markets. That’s the reason in this years budget the government has announced the formation of a Makhana Board for the benefit of the Makhana farmers. He also called for the production of this traditional crop of Bihar on a global scale.

Benefits of having Makhana as your daily snack :

1. Good for heart : Makhana mainly known as fox nuts are a great snack for heart patients and people who are diagnosed with diabetes. The makhanas are low in fat and are rich in fiber and protein, which helps reduce bad cholesterol and improves overall heart health.
   
2. Beneficial for bones : Since calcium is good for bones so are makhanas , as makhanas have high calcium content and carbs, which increases the density and strength of the bones.
   
3. Insomnia rescuer : The nutritionists consider Makhana’s a sleep inducing snacks that fuel better sleep. People with insomnia are advised to have Makhana on a regular basis for the betterment. Makhanas have nerve stimulating properties that lower tension and anxiety.
   
4. Weight loss helper : As, makhana’s are rich in protein and fiber, which helps to keeping your stomach full for longer time and reduces the food cravings. Makhana’s are also low in calories which makes it an excellent choice for those trying to lose the weight.

So, include makhana to your diet and enjoy its several health benefits.