Arrowroot powder is white-colored starch extracted from fleshy roots, called rhizomes. The rhizomes, which can grow up to 4 feet, are dug from the earth, dried well, and later powdered before being used. The powder is rich in nutritional value and can be digested easily. Arrowroot powder is flavorless, colorless, and naturally, Gluten-free often used as a thickener for soups, sauces, and other foods like fruit pie fillings.
Botanical Name | : Maranta Arundinacea |
English Name | : Arrowroot |
Tamil Name | : Koova podi, Ararutkilangu, Kua, Ararut-kizhangu |
Hindi Name | : तिखुर / Tikhur |
Malayalam Name | : കൂവ, കുവ -കിഴന്ന/ Koova, Kuva-kizhanna |
Telugu Name | : ఆరారుట -గడ్డలు / Ararut-gaddalu |
Kannada Name | : Koove-hittu, Kuve gadde |
Marathi Name | : Tavakila, Tavakhira |
Bengali Name | : Tikur |
Gujarathi Name | : Tavakhara |
Arrowroot powder is similar to cornstarch and neutral in flavor, and it adds a glossy finish to foods. Arrowroot is used as weaning food for babies after boiling it in milk or water. This powder’s preparation is a traditional food for babies and is used to replace the mother’s milk.
It is mainly used as an easy-to-digest form of nutrition for infants and people recovering from illness. It has high fiber content and is suitable for the digestive system, and helps to stave off hunger. It’s also added to homemade cosmetics, dry shampoo, Talcum and baby powder substitute, and Deodorant ingredient. But they are not necessarily supported by scientific evidence.
Arrowroot contains high potassium, B vitamins, and iron, which are excellent for metabolism, circulation, and heart health. Some studies have also proven that it can stimulate the immune cells and boost the immune system.
The nutritional value of 120-gram of raw arrowroot contains:
- Calories: 65
- Carbs: 13.39 g
- Fiber: 1.3 g
- Protein: 4.24 g
- Fat: 0.2 g
- Folate: 338 μg
- Phosphorus: 98 mg
- Iron: 2.22 mg
- Potassium: 1454 mg
- Magnesium: 25 mg
- Manganese: 0.174 mg
- Zinc: 0.63 mg
- Thiamine: 0.143 mg
- Niacin: 1.693 mg
- Riboflavin: 0.059 mg
- Vitamin B6: 0.266 mg
- Pantothenic acid: 0.292 mg
- Vitamin C: 1.9 mg
- Sodium: 26 mg
- Calcium: 6 mg
- Copper: 0.121
- Selenium: 0.7 µg
The starch has a cooling effect on the body, making you feel free from irritation and inflammation. It is given to heal peptic ulcers and in the treatment of dysentery. It’s an excellent tonic and nutritious food for weakness, chronic diseases, jaundice, and excessive thirst.
It is a nutritious, non-irritating diet for certain chronic diseases, during convalescence from fevers, in irritations of the alimentary canal, pulmonary organs, or urinary apparatus.
Mix a few grams of Arrowroot Powder with 100 ml water, and boil it for a few minutes. While the water gets warm, filter it and drink it twice a day before consuming food.
Always store the arrowroot in an airtight container and keep it in a cool, dry place. When stored properly, arrowroot powder will last three to four years.
There are no side effects in using this product, and you can consider medical advice for the usage of this product during pregnancy.
Harvesting & Manufacturing Methods
All herbs are 100% naturally harvested, dried, and pulverized without the chemical interactions that assure the natural herbal powders.
Srikanth –
Good product. I used this to make homemade deodorant with coconut oil and essential oils. The packaging was also nice.
Sophia (verified owner) –
Highly effective for addressing stomach disorders. Moolihai has proven to be a reliable solution.
Aaradhya (verified owner) –
This powder has such a gentle texture, and the taste is delightful.
Olivia (verified owner) –
The quality is simply exceptional. Definitely in favor of it.
Adhira (verified owner) –
I appreciated the quality of the arrowroot provided by Moolihai, as it holds significant utility value.
Ananya (verified owner) –
I enjoy the flavor; it’s quite distinctive and exceptionally smooth.
Anushka (verified owner) –
Purchased a couple of these and am extremely pleased. Excellent quality.