PM Modi Superfood: Desi food in India is a different thing. Many such things are available here which give strength to the body without expensive supplements. Narendra Modi also told in a program that he eats Makhana for about 300 days out of 365 days of the year. PM Modi described Makhana as “desi superfood”. Nowadays, this white colored light snack has become the favorite of everyone from fitness lovers to the elderly. The special thing is that Makhana of Bihar is famous all over the country and now its demand is increasing rapidly in foreign countries also.
Why is Makhana called superfood?
Makhana i.e. foxnuts is considered a treasure of nutrients. Protein, fiber, calcium, iron, magnesium and antioxidants are found in abundance in it. The biggest thing is that it has very less fat and calories. This is the reason why health experts also call it “desi dry fruit”. In villages and villages, people eat it after frying it with salt, while at some places it is also used in kheer and vegetables.
Great option for those looking to lose weight
If you are thinking of losing weight, then Makhana can become a great companion for you. By eating this, the stomach remains full for a long time and one does not feel hungry again and again. People going to the gym also eat it as a healthy snack. If you eat makhana in the evening instead of oily and spicy chips and snacks, it can help in keeping your body fit. In vernacular language, the formula “eat less but eat strong” fits into this.
Keeps both heart and bones strong
Magnesium and antioxidants present in makhana are considered good for heart health. It can also help in controlling blood pressure. Apart from this, it is rich in calcium, due to which bones and teeth remain strong. Makhana is considered very beneficial for aging people. This is the reason why now even doctors have started advising to include it in the diet.
Beneficial for diabetic patients also
Glycemic index of makhana is low, hence it does not increase blood sugar rapidly. This is the reason why diabetic patients can also eat it comfortably. Besides, the healthy carbohydrates found in it give energy to the body and do not make you feel weak. Makhana can prove to be a “cheap, sustainable and healthy solution” to have with morning tea or when you feel slightly hungry at night.
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Makhana of Bihar is now famous in the country and the world
Today the Makhana of Bihar is making its mark all over the world. Its popularity has increased further after it was praised by PM Modi. This desi superfood, which provides taste along with health, is now seen making a place in the plate of every home.
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