Classical Ayurvedic Profile & Preparation
Guru and building — classical texts count shringataka among nourishing, shukra-supporting foods; its flour is a fasting staple.
Traditional Preparation (Samskara)
Fresh kernels boiled or eaten raw when young; dried kernels ground to fasting flour.
Classical Provenance: Bhavaprakasha Nighantu (shringataka).
Synergistic Combinations (Samyoga)
- boiled and salted as autumn street food
- flour (singhare ka atta) for vrat rotis
Contraindications & Viruddha Āhāra (Food Incompatibilities)
- Contraindication: kapha excess or sluggish digestion
- Contraindication: constipation in excess
Verified USDA Nutrition Facts for Fresh water chestnut (singhara)
Complete macronutrient, vitamin, and mineral profile per 100 grams and per 1 cup chopped (100g):
