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How Many Calories in 50g of Makhana? (318 kcal per 100g, FSSAI method)
A 50g pack of plain roasted makhana is about 159 kcal — 318 kcal per 100g. Here is the full per-100g panel, the FSSAI calculation behind…
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Nutrition science, kitchen ideas and honest sourcing notes — written for people who actually read the label.
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Algal DHA — Vegan Omega-3, Explained
Algae make DHA. Fish accumulate it by eating algae. Taking it from the source skips the fish entirely.
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Makhana and Blood Sugar — What the Numbers Say
Makhana is low in fat and high in fibre, with a moderate glycemic index. Here are the figures, not a recommendation.
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Makhana vs Popcorn — An Honest Comparison
Makhana has more protein and far less fat. Popcorn is cheaper and has more fibre per calorie.
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Where Does Indian Makhana Come From?
Almost all of it comes from Bihar, hand-harvested from pond beds. Mithila Makhana carries a GI tag.
Is Makhana Gluten Free?
Yes. Makhana is the seed of an aquatic plant and contains no gluten at all.
Raw vs Roasted Makhana — What Is the Difference?
Raw makhana is the dried popped seed, ready to cook with. Roasted is finished and ready to eat.
How Much Protein Is in Makhana?
9.7g of plant protein per 100g of roasted makhana, alongside 14.5g of fibre and 0.1g of fat.
Can Omega-3 Survive Baking?
Standard omega-3 oils degrade in an oven. Encapsulated thermostable DHA rated above 180°C does not.
Is Makhana Allowed During Fasting and Vrat?
Yes. Makhana is a seed, not a grain, which is why it is eaten during Navratri, Ekadashi and Shivratri.
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Chocolate, But Make It Honest
55% dark, jaggery-sweet, with roasted makhana crunch and algal DHA.
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Why Makhana is India’s Original Superfood
Low calorie, high protein, gluten-free — the humble foxnut has fuelled India for centuries.