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Why Mithila Makhana (Foxnuts) Are So Difficult To Grow

Growing Mithila Makhana, or prickly water lily seeds, is no easy feat. Treasured for their nutritional benefits and delightful taste, these tiny yet mighty seeds hail from the Mithila region, where they thrive in unique and challenging conditions. Only the most dedicated and skilled farmers can overcome the difficulties in the...

Phool Makhana: The Secret Superfood of Ancient Ayurveda

Makhana, a traditional snack food originally cultivated in Madhubani, Bihar, has been in use for nearly 200 years. These seeds have long been integral to religious ceremonies in India. As a nutritional powerhouse, Makhana is mentioned in various ancient Ayurvedic texts.In the renowned "Charaka Samhita," a key Ayurvedic scripture,...