Raw Kashkottai – Natural Water Chestnut for Wellness & Vitality

Ancient Nutrition, Backed by Modern Science

Herbolaya’s Raw Kashkottai, also known as Water Chestnut, is a nutrient-dense aquatic superfood prized in traditional diets for centuries. Sourced from clean water bodies and dried to preserve its natural goodness, Kashkottai is packed with antioxidants, essential minerals, and dietary fiber—making it a powerful ingredient for overall wellness.

Whether you’re looking to support heart health, improve digestion, or include more plant-based nutrition in your diet, this humble root offers impressive health benefits with minimal calories.

Key Health Benefits of Raw Kashkottai (Water Chestnut)

1. Rich in Antioxidants

Kashkottai is loaded with disease-fighting antioxidants that help combat oxidative stress, reduce inflammation, and protect your cells from free radical damage—supporting immunity and long-term wellness.

2. Supports Heart Health & Blood Pressure Control

Naturally high in potassium, water chestnut helps balance sodium levels, regulate blood pressure, and reduce the risk of heart disease.

3. Promotes Healthy Digestion & Weight Management

Low in calories and high in fiber, Raw Kashkottai keeps you feeling fuller for longer, curbing unnecessary cravings while promoting gut health and regularity.

4. Thyroid & Hormonal Balance

The presence of trace minerals makes Kashkottai beneficial for thyroid gland function, especially important for energy regulation and hormonal balance.

5. Nourishment During Pregnancy

Traditionally recommended in Ayurvedic diets during pregnancy, it supports fetal development and helps reduce morning sickness when consumed in the form of juice or powder.

Regional Names & Cultural Significance

Water chestnut is widely recognized across India and globally, known by different names yet valued for similar health properties:

• Tamil: கஷ்கொட்டை / Kashkottai – Often ground and used in traditional recipes or as a health tonic

• Hindi: सिंघाड़ा / Singhara – Commonly consumed during fasting and detox diets in India

• Malayalam: വെള്ളം ചെസ്റ്റ്നട്ട് – Used in herbal remedies and native dishes

• English: Water Chestnut – Popular in gluten-free flours, Asian cooking, and low-calorie diets

• Global Context: Known in USA, Canada, and UK as an excellent source of gluten-free nutrition and a plant-based superfood, often used in soups, stir-fries, and health drinks

Why Choose Herbolaya’s Raw Kashkottai?

At Herbolaya, we are committed to sourcing pure, unadulterated herbs and traditional ingredients that align with both ancient wisdom and modern health needs. Our Raw Water Chestnut is carefully harvested and naturally dried to retain its original nutrients—free from additives, fillers, or processing chemicals.

Ideal for use in powdered form, flour blends, detox teas, or infused juices, this is your go-to ingredient for clean, sustainable nutrition.