Health benefits of water chestnut

Water chestnut (called Singhara in India) is a vegetable. They have a crunchy texture. The edible part of this vegetable is white in colour. Water chestnuts are highly nutritious. They are low in calories and fat free. It can be used in powdered form (flour) for making rotis or in curries, pizzas, salads and soups. 

Here are the benefits of consuming water chestnuts.

1. Water chestnuts act as coolants. It helps in quenching thirst. They are perfect to beat the summer heat.
2. Water chestnuts are beneficial in regulating water retention.
3. It is effective for loose motion.
4. Water chestnuts have detoxifying properties. It is beneficial for people suffering from jaundice.
5. Water chestnuts contain useful minerals like Iodine, potassium, copper and manganese. It helps in proper functioning of the thyroid gland. It provides instant energy as it is rich in carbohydrates.
6. Water chestnut is rich soluble fibers. It helps in lowering cholesterol. It helps in preventing constipation.
7. Water chestnut juice  can alleviate nausea.
8. They are rich in vitamin B6 and thus good for sleeping. It can alleviate your mood. It is also rich in vitamin B and E. All these nutrients are good for hair. B vitamin also helps relieve migraine. It is rich in vitamin E and ease PMS symptoms. It is also beneficial in hormone balance.
9. Water chestnuts are rich in polyphenols and flavonoids. It acts as anti-viral, anti bacterial and anti cancer.
10. Water chestnuts are good for your skin, hair and eyes. It delays signs of ageing.