As a resident of Chanchal , a subdivision in Malda , I am fully aware about Makhna , grown a plenty in Bihar adjacent Harishchandrapur , the bloc within Chanchal ; yearly trading turnover stands Rs. 100 crore if not more. This ‘ wealth’ is often ignored by the people residing in North Malda. Let us delve some very surprising properties of makhna.
Makhna is an excellent source of several important nutrients and makes a great addition to a healthy well rounded diet. One cup ( 32 gms) of makhna contains
Nutritional Value of Makhna
- Calories : 106
- Protein : 4.93 gms
- Calcium : 52.2
- Magnesium : 67.2
- Phosphorous : 200 mg
- Potassium: 438mg
- Iron 1.13
Antioxidant Properties of Makhna
Apart from this , makhna is rich in various anti oxidants which help neutralize harmful free radicals and prevent oxidative stress , which can cause cellular damage . It is said that it plays a key role in several aspects of health protect against chronic conditions that can result from oxidative stress , like heat disease , cancer , type 2 diabetes. It helps reduce inflammation that could benefit inflammatory conditions.
Eating makhna may help support and stabilize blood sugar management. Weight loss , skin care , heart health also protected by it.
It also has a mild , neutral flavour that works well in various recipes. One of the most popular ways to prepare makhna involves roasting the seeds and seasoning them with herbs and spices , such as sea salt, turmeric, chilli powder, or black pepper.
It also makes great addition to main course including curries and bhel puries, a dis made with puffed rice , pea nuts , chutneys and vegetables.
This great food , the nutritionists and well meaning business community think , will , one day shall rose to the pinnacle of California famous pistachio or Almond.
