Have you ever tasted water chestnut? If not, you must try this fruit (when in season) to get various health benefits. Here are the top five benefits of water chestnuts.

Water chestnut is a thorny triangular aquatic fruit commonly found in Southeast Asia.

Water chestnut is high in fiber, Vitamin B6, Vitamin E, potassium, manganese, copper, and zinc. Traditionally, it is considered the best choice of food to improve fertility.

As per Ayurveda,
श्रृंगाटकं हिमं स्वादु गुरु वृष्यं कषायकं |
ग्राही शुक्रानिलश्लेष्मप्रदं पित्तास्त्रदाहनुत | |

Water chestnut, aka “shringataka,” has a sweet and astringent taste. It has a cooling potency, which makes it beneficial in conditions like burning sensation while passing urine, bleeding diseases, etc.

It helps to balance the Pitta dosha and may aggravate Vata & Kapha dosha. So, one who is Vata or Kapha Prakriti person must avoid consuming water chestnut.

It is an aphrodisiac, useful in diarrhea, and improves sperm quality & quantity.

Here are the top 5 health benefits of water chestnut you must know!

1. Boosts fertility:

Water chestnut is super rich in beta carotene, which is essential for cell growth & fertilization. It is also necessary during pregnancy for the healthy development of the baby.
Being a good source of Vitamin C, it is beneficial for improving sperm quality. Hence, you should consume it regularly to enhance the egg quality and improve your fertility.

2. Lowers high blood pressure:

Warerchest nut is rich in potassium which lowers the pressure in blood vessels. So, it is a good choice of food for a person who has high blood pressure.

3. Aids weight loss:

Waterchest nut is composed of more than 70% water content. Due to this, it helps you to stay fuller for longer. As a result, it allows you to lose extra weight. 

4. Combats hyperacidity:

Waterchests are cold in potency, which makes them perfect for combating acidity. As per Ayurveda, hyperacidity happens due to the aggravation of Pitta dosha. So, consuming food that balances Pitta dosha helps to cure and prevent hyperacidity. 

5. Improves immunity:

Water chestnuts are rich in antioxidants, which help to improve immunity. So, whenever water chestnuts are in season, enjoy them to boost your immunity.

Water chestnuts are high in various nutrients, making them beneficial for skin, hair health, weight loss, and maintaining overall health. But, if you are a Vata & Kapha person, avoid consuming it in excess.