Description

Tikhur (Nisasta / Arrowroot) is a versatile, easily digestible natural starch widely valued in culinary, traditional medicinal, and commercial formulations.

Key Uses:

Culinary Thickener: Functions as a neutral, gluten-free thickening agent for soups, sauces, gravies, and jellies. Unlike cornstarch, it thickens at lower temperatures and creates a clear gel without altering flavor.

Traditional Foods: Popularly processed into traditional Indian preparations such as halwa, kheer, and fasting foods (vrat/upvas recipes) due to its light, cooling energy.

Cosmetics & Skincare: Used in body powders, dry shampoos, and creams as a natural, talc-free absorbent for excess oil and moisture.

Primary Health Benefits:

Soothes Digestive Tract: Extremely gentle on the stomach, making it an ideal dietary staple for recovering patients, infants, and individuals suffering from IBS, diarrhea, or acid reflux.

Gluten-Free & Low-GI: Serves as a safe, wholesome alternative to wheat starch for celiac disease sufferers and those requiring allergy-friendly diets.

Cooling Demulcent: Traditional Ayurveda recognizes Tikhur for its Pitta-pacifying and cooling properties, helping to relieve internal heat, urinary burning sensations, and inflammation.

Immune Support: Rich in B-vitamins and essential minerals like potassium and iron that aid metabolic health and overall energy recovery.