Makhanas also called fox nuts or lotus seeds come fra plant called euryale fox which grows in the stagt water of wetlands or ponds in eastern Asia they have been used in Chinese since 3000 years and find an important place in the science of ayurveda too Phool makhana also finds significance in religious ceremonies in India and is a popular 'fasting' dish prepared during navratri and other occasions This is an excellent pick for you Popular as a fasting food its health benefits are to those of dry fruits such as almonds and walnuts some of the health benefits of makhana are: It's a good source of protein carbohydrates fibre magnesium potassium phosphorus iron and zinc number of pieces: 1