Arrowroot powder (a.k.a. koova in Malayalam) is a starch that is collected from the root or tubers of arrowroot plant. It is a fine white coloured powder with great health benefits being packed with nutrients such as protein, folate (vitamin B-9), iron, phosphorus and potassium and is also easy to digest and gluten-free. It is also ideal for children and the elderly, who need light food.