Tal Makhana or Makhana Flake have several benefits, such as antioxidant, free radical scavenging and immuno-modulatory activities. Low in sodium and high in magnesium content, makhana are useful to those suffering from heart diseases, high blood pressure, diabetes and obesity.Bihar accounts for more than 85 percent of the makhana produced in the country.

Makhanas, also called fox nuts, or lotus seeds, come from a plant called euryale fox which grows in the stagnant water of wetlands or ponds in eastern Asia, they have been used in Chinese medicine since 3000 years and find an important place in the science of ayurveda too.

Popular as a fasting food, its health benefits are superior to those of dry fruits such as almonds and walnuts, some of the health benefits of makhana are: It’s a good source of protein, carbohydrates, fibre, magnesium, potassium, phosphorus, iron and zinc