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last updated: October,2026
SINGHADA
It is also known as Water chestnut.
Singhada grows in the months of October – November.
It is a very famous fruit among the Bhartiya.
It’s a creeping plant. The plant sows in the rainy season. And fruit starts in the month of winter.
The plant/ Fruits are known as Watery fruit or Paniphal singhada in common language.
It can be eaten both ripe and in unripe form.
Unripe singhada also called as dudhiya singhada.
When it becomes a little hard then it is boiled and eaten .
The boiled fruit is also sun dried and prepared on the flour.
The flour is mostly used in the festivals and eaten in the fasts and vrata.
CHARACTERS OF SINGHADA
1 . It is cool in nature.
2 . Tasty,
3 . Heavy
4 . Enhance digestion
5 . Easily absorption
BENEFITS OF SINGHADA
1 . Helps in cleaning of bowel
2 . Blood purifier
3 .. Removes blood related problems
4 . Removes pitta related doshas in the body.
5 . Increases sexual stamina
6 .. Increases sperm count
7 . Reduces body heat ( Antipyretic)
8 . Increases body strength
9 . Sexual stimulant
10 . Increases vaata and kapka doshas in the body.
Therefore, a person who is suffering from vaata and kapha doshas should avoid it.
If somehow he is eating, should consume a limited amount.
11 . Singhara is a healthy fruit and gives power.
COMPOUND PRESENT:-
In every 100 grams of Singhada have:-
70 gram ( base), 6 gram fat, 5 grams carbohydrate, 4 gram protein, Ca, P.
Base and Ca is 22% more than Cow/ Buffaloes milk.
BENEFITS
1 . Balances Vata , pitta and Kapha doshas.
2 . Removes Confusion , Hallucinations, delusion and Swelling.
3 . Balance heat in body
4 . Increases shukra dhatu( related with sex)
5 . Removes depression, Excessive flow of urine
6 . Benefits in Nocturnal emissions etc.
7 . Reduces decaying
8 . Relief in Blood haemorrhoids
9 . Increases in formation of muscles. It helps thin people.
10 . Good for pregnant ladies ( consumption in limited amounts gives health benefits to the fetus. The child will never be malnourished and he/ she will be beautiful.
In ancient times, it was said that if the Singhara is consumed during pregnancy , it can free the obstructed fetus.
In those times, singhada was used during pregnancy.
If a lady is facing problems in conceiving, by the reasons of weakness, Miscarriage, Abortion history, it will help.
Halwa of Singhada flour or Lapsi is very good for their health.
11 .It also helps in Leucorrhoea ( vaginal white discharge) and Menorrhagia
Consumption of 40gram- 50 gram of Singhada for 3 to 4 weeks is enough.
It will also benefit in body strengthening of the female.
In Menorrhagia, singhada flour chappathi is a better option than It’s Halwa. Its chapatti should be eaten for 3-4 weeks.
12 . Burning sensation during urination, painful urination, Difficult urination, Urine tract infection .
They can eat fresh singhada of 100 grams to 200 grams in the season .
13 . In case of low sperm count in male, the singhada flour with thread mishri halwa is good. Use milk instead of water in halwa.
14 . If a man consumes 2 – 5 grams of Singhada flour at night during the winter season, it increases the sperm count and vitality.
15 . Singhada makes memory strong and increases blood formation
16 . Provides relief in burning sensation, fever, bleeding disorders naturally from body opening, Anguish and restlessness.
They can take it in 20( gram) – 25( gram) according to their body capacities.
OTHER BENEFITS:-
1 . It is used as fruits in fasting during festivals.
2 . While consuming, it should be kept in mind that it is a little heavy in digestion.
3 . High consumption can lead to pain in the stomach, problems in urination, bloating and indigestion etc.
Therefore Singhada flour should be consumed in limited amounts.
WRITTEN BY :- SONI SHARMA.
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DISCLAIMER:- The article is for educational and information purposes only.
Sources:- Ashtanghridayam, Arogya Anka.
FAQ….
1 . Is Singhada a nut?
Ans:- Despite its name, water chestnut is not a nut.
2 . Can people with diabetes eat Singhada?
Ans:- Singhada contains carbohydrates, so you can take the advice of a doctor.
3 . Is Singhada gluten-free?
Ans:- Yes, Fresh Singhada and pure Singhare ka atta are naturally gluten-free.
4 . Can Singhada help with weight management?
Ans:- Singhada can fit into a weight-management diet because it provides relatively few calories along with fibre. But eating large portions or preparations containing added sugar, ghee or deep-frying can substantially change the calorie content.
5 . Can Singhada be eaten raw?
Ans:- Fresh Singhada may be eaten raw after proper cleaning and peeling, but cooking is a safer option because raw or inadequately prepared aquatic plants can carry infection risks in some regions.
6 . What is Singhare ka atta used for?
Ans:- It is commonly used to prepare rotis, pancakes and other foods, particularly during fasting.
7. Are there any side effects of eating Singhada?
Ans:- Most people can consume it as food without problems. However, excessive consumption may cause digestive discomfort in some people.
8. Is Singhada suitable during fasting (vrat)?
Ans:- Singhare ka atta is traditionally used in many Indian fasting preparations.
9. What is the best way to eat Singhada?
Ans:- It can be eaten as boiled, roasted or cooked, and dried Singhada can be consumed as flour.
10 . What is the difference between
Singhada and Singhare ka atta?
Ans:- Singhada is the fresh water chestnut, while Singhare ka atta is flour prepared by grinding Singhada after sun drying.
