Chestnut
A glossy hard brown edible nut which develops within a bristly case and which may be roasted and eaten.The chestnuts are the deciduous trees and shrubs in the genus Castanea, in the beech family Fagaceae. They are native to temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere. The name also refers to the edible nuts they produce.Grown areas of Water Chestnut cultivation in India. Water Chestnuts grow throughout the East of India – West Bengal, Jharkhand, and Bihar are examples of such regions.
Chestnuts remain a good source of antioxidants, even after cooking. They're rich in gallic acid and ellagic acid—two antioxidants that increase in concentration when cooked. Antioxidants and minerals like magnesium and potassium help reduce your risk of cardiovascular issues, such as heart disease or stroke.
| Nutrition Facts | Serving Size 100gm |