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Makhana During Navratri Fast: Why It's the Classic Vrat Snack
Short answer: yes, makhana is widely eaten during Navratri and other fasts. It is a seed, not a cereal grain. If you are buying flavoured makhana, check the seasoning: of our six flavours, only Himalayan Salt & Pepper is seasoned with just Himalayan pink salt and black pepper. Why is makhana eaten during fasts? Makhana is the puffed seed of the Euryale ferox plant, which grows in water. Many Hindu fasting traditions avoid cereals such as wheat and rice, and most pulses, but allow seeds, dairy, fruit and certain vegetables.... Read more...
Healthy Diwali Gift Ideas: Why a Snack Box Beats a Mithai Box in 2026
Short answer: a snack box makes a good Diwali gift because it lasts for months, not days, it stands out among the mithai, and it gets eaten. Here is how to choose one, with five ideas ranked. The problem with the fourth mithai box Mithai is part of Diwali, and this is not an argument against it. But as a gift it has limits: Oversupply. Most homes receive several boxes in the same week. Short shelf life. Most mithai keeps for only a few days. It blurs together. When everyone... Read more...
Best Snacks for Movie Night in India: 8 Options Beyond Popcorn
Short answer: for a movie night that does not leave you feeling heavy, build a spread of roasted snacks in fixed portions: one sweet, one spicy, one chip and something fresh. Here are eight that work, starting with the closest thing to caramel popcorn. The problem with the usual spread Buttered popcorn, fried chips and namkeen are easy to overeat, and most are fried or made with palm oil. The goal is not to stop snacking during a film. It is to pick things that taste as good and sit... Read more...
10 Best Healthy Snacks for the Office in India (That Actually Taste Good)
Short answer: the best office snacks are the ones that keep in a drawer, come in a fixed portion and do not leave oil on your keyboard. Roasted makhana, roasted chana, nuts, fruit and a square of dark chocolate cover most cravings. Here are ten that work. Why office snacking goes wrong Most workday snacking is unplanned: a biscuit with chai, a packet from the vending machine. The fix is not to stop snacking. It is to have something better within reach. The 10 1. Roasted makhana Light, crunchy and... Read more...
Are Beetroot Chips Healthy? Nutrition Facts and What to Look For
Short answer: beetroot chips are still chips. They are a snack, not a serving of vegetables. A well-made beetroot chip can be a better choice than a deep-fried potato chip if it is roasted and made with a better oil, but it depends on how it is made. Here is what is in ours, and how to read any pack. Why beetroot? Beetroot (Beta vulgaris) is a root vegetable known for its deep colour, which comes from pigments called betalains, and for its natural sweetness. That sweetness is what makes... Read more...
Ragi Chips: Nutrition, Ingredients and How They Compare With Potato Chips
Short answer: ragi chips are chips made with finger millet. Ours are roasted, never deep fried, and made with rice bran oil. Per 100g they have about 499 kcal and 24.5g of fat, which is less fat than typical fried potato chips, along with 8.9g of fibre. What is ragi? Ragi, or finger millet (Eleusine coracana), is a grain grown across Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh and Maharashtra, and in parts of East Africa. It has been a staple for generations, eaten as ragi mudde, ragi roti and ragi malt. It is... Read more...
Makhana vs Chips: Why India Is Making the Switch in 2026
Short answer: roasted makhana and fried potato chips are closer on calories than most people think. Where they differ is in how they are made, how much fat they carry and what oil is used. Here is the comparison, with our own label numbers. Why makhana is having a moment Makhana has been part of Indian kitchens for centuries. Most of India's makhana is grown in Bihar, and the Union Budget 2025-26 announced a dedicated Makhana Board for the state. What has changed in recent years is flavour: makhana now... Read more...
Truffle Makhana: What It Is, Why It's Special, and How to Enjoy It
Short answer: truffle makhana is roasted makhana finished with an earthy, savoury truffle-flavoured seasoning. It is the flavour people ask about most, and the one that tends to win over people who think they do not like makhana. What is truffle? Truffle is an edible fungus that grows underground near the roots of trees such as oak and hazel, mainly in Italy, France and Spain. It is prized in cooking for its earthy, umami-rich flavour. A small amount changes the character of a dish. Why truffle and makhana work together... Read more...
How Many Calories Are in Makhana? A Pouch-by-Pouch Guide
Short answer: a 45g pouch of Vayu Farms roasted makhana has between 190 and 228 kcal, depending on the flavour. Per 100g, our flavours range from 423 to 506 kcal. The figures below come straight from our pack labels. Calories by flavour Flavour Per 100g Per 45g pouch Per 30g handful Protein per pouch Caramel 423 kcal about 190 kcal about 127 kcal 3.4g Himalayan Salt & Pepper 431 kcal about 194 kcal about 129 kcal 4.0g Truffle 458 kcal about 206 kcal about 137 kcal 3.5g Fresh Mint 469... Read more...
Healthy Indian Snacks Under 200 Calories
Healthy Indian Snacks Under 200 Calories
Snacking Smart: The 200-Calorie RuleMany packaged snacks blow past 200 calories before you've finished the bag. Snacking smart doesn't mean snacking less — it means knowing your portion. Here are... Read more...
Why Makhana is the Healthiest Snack You're Not Eating Yet
Why Makhana is the Healthiest Snack You're Not Eating Yet
The Problem with Typical Indian SnackingMost popular Indian snacks — chips, namkeen, biscuits — are loaded with refined flour, excess sodium, and unhealthy fats. They satisfy a craving in the... Read more...
Makhana Bhel Recipe: A 5-Minute Healthy Evening Snack That Actually Tastes Amazing
Makhana Bhel Recipe: A 5-Minute Healthy Evening Snack That Actually Tastes Amazing
If your 4 PM hunger usually ends with chips, namkeen, or something deep-fried — you’re not alone. But what if you could make a crunchy, chatpata, protein-rich snack in under... Read more...
Makhana vs Popcorn: Which Is Actually Healthier? (2026 Comparison)
Makhana vs Popcorn: Which Is Actually Healthier? (2026 Comparison)
Short answer: plain, air-popped popcorn made at home is the lighter snack on paper. Roasted, flavoured makhana comes close, and it is a better pick than the buttered or caramel... Read more...