1. Gorgon nut has its botanical name as Euryale Ferox and can also be called fox nut, Makhana, or Qian Shi in Chinese. Gorgon is an annual aquatic plant that is part of the genus Euryale; hence, a type of water lily. The fruit of this plant is a round, white, and small seed. Qian Shi is a nutritious and organic food, generally used in making healthy dishes and also eaten as a snack. This nut contains low fat and a high amount of carbohydrates. Hence, it can be a whole meal on its own. 

• 2. It can be digested by all age groups.
• 3. These seeds are highly useful in terms of nutritional benefits.
• 4. They are the edible seeds which can be roasted or fried.
• 5. These seeds are low in saturated fats, sodium and cholesterol and are high in magnesium potassium and phosphorus.
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