Why Acharya Balkrishna recommends singhara flour in vrat: The facts behind its minerals and health benefits
Singhara, or water caltrop, is a pond fruit whose flour is a regular part of vrat and Navratri meals across India. It is gluten free, rich in potassium and full of plant compounds that researchers are still studying for their effects on blood sugar, stomach health and inflammation.
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