A well-known actor in the Hindi film industry, Bhagyashree is equally well-known for her dedication to health and fitness. A self-proclaimed fitness junkie and nutritionist, her social media is a treasure trove of health tips and insights.
recently, shared by bhagyashree Let us show you the many benefits of water chestnuts on Instagram Reels. In the caption she wrote: “Although water chestnuts contain carbohydrates, they are very nutritious. Their low glycemic index means that carbohydrates are broken down slowly when the body needs energy, gradually releasing glucose into the bloodstream. This helps prevent spikes in blood sugar levels. It is also rich in dietary fiber, potassium, manganese, copper, B6, riboflavin, and antioxidants.
We reached out to experts to better understand the health benefits of making water chestnut part of your daily diet.
Vijayshree N, Director and Chief Nutritionist, MGM Healthcare, said that although they are called ‘nuts’, they actually fall under the category of vegetables, specifically water vegetables. “In terms of nutritional value, 100 grams of water cashew nuts contains about 27 grams of carbohydrates. It does not contain much protein, but it is rich in vitamin C and calcium, and potassium It is also very rich at around 500 mg per 100 grams, and has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties,” she said.
They are low in calories but high in essential nutrients such as vitamin B6, potassium and manganese, which support metabolic and immune function, says CV Aishwarya, clinical nutritionist and lecturer at the Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research in Chennai. He said it contains a lot of it. “It’s rich in fiber, which helps with weight management by making you feel full, and supports heart health through potassium levels, which help regulate blood pressure,” she said.
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Daily pose of eating water chestnuts no significant risk For most people. However, Mr. Vijayshree warned diabetics to be careful as it contains carbohydrates. For people with heart disease, water chestnuts have significant benefits. “Potassium supports heart rhythm, and copper and calcium content boost metabolism and immunity,” she said.
Aishwarya recommended consuming half to one cup a day. “It’s a versatile ingredient that’s delicious raw, boiled, steamed, or stir-fried. It’s also a great addition to soups, stews, and salads, pickled, mashed, pureed, roasted, and more,” she said.
Mr. Vijayshree suggested an intake of about 100 grams per day and pointed out rare but possible problems. “Although generally safe to ingest, allergic reactions are rare, but due to its rarity and the fact that it grows in water, it may cause allergic reactions in some people,” she said. .
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