Makhanas are a powerhouse of nutrients

Start 2017 with some wisdom from Vedic India

South East Asia and China have used makhanas (lotus seeds, also known as fox nuts) in their cuisines for centuries, thanks to their rich nutritional and medicinal properties. Here’s why you should add them to your diet in 2017.

When lightly sautéed in ghee, makhanas make for a nutritious snack for lactating mothers(Getty Images)