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Makhana - a gluten free, vegan snack  Image - Open Food Facts Fox nuts  also known as Gorgon nuts or Makhana, are a nutrient-rich, seed snack similar to popcorn. Makhana has higher protein content & lower glycemic index (better for blood sugar control) than popcorn.  Both raw and fried Makhana are fairly rich in essential amino acids.   Euryale ferox, the aquatic plant that produces the seeds grows in ponds and wetlands. It has been cultivated for its edible seeds for centuries in China, India, and Japan. Archaeobotanical evidence suggests it was a popular wild food source in the Yangtze region during the Neolithic period, and has even been found among artifacts from the Acheulean culture, 750–790,000 years ago in Israel. Imagine eating something that our ancestors enjoyed so long ago! The processed snack is popular both within India and increasingly in international health food markets. Superior grade Makhana is creamy white in color, free of reddish spots and ...

If you are seeking alternatives to cow or buffalo milk for any reason—whether it be ethics, allergies, or a preference for the exotic - explore the wonderful world of plant-based milks! Image: OpenFoodFacts.org Almond milk  is the low-protein, low-carb option, perfect if you're watching your weight or just want a light, nutty flavour. But be warned, it's not the nutritional powerhouse of the group.  O at milk i s the darling of the plant-based world. Full of those  good-for-you beta-glucans  (a fancy word for fibre), it's got a creamy texture that makes it a winner in lattes and smoothies. Just watch the carbs!  S oy milk is  the OG plant-based milk. It's been around for ages and packs a protein punch that rivals dairy. Plus, it's a good source of potassium, which is great for your muscles. People used to think soy milk was bad because it mimics oestrogen, but turns out those fears were unfounded! Soy milk is safe and healthy. Coconut milk  deser...

Veganism is growing in popularity in India.  Vegan food  [^PDF] refers to "food or food ingredient, including additives, flavourings, enzymes and carriers, or processing aids that are not products of animal origin and in which, at no stage of production and processing, ingredients, including additives, flavourings, enzymes and carriers, or processing aids that are of animal origin has been used." Charukesi Ramadurai highlights in the BBC article " Are Jains the original vegans? " that while the term "vegan" was introduced nearly 80 years ago by British animal rights advocate Donald Watson, veganism and initiatives like Veganuary have only recently gained significant popularity. However, the practice of avoiding meat as an act of kindness towards animals has been deeply rooted in many Eastern cultures for over two millennia. The Indian vegan food market was valued at $1,372.3m in 2022 and is expected to grow further. This could be partly because many India...