A Brief Study of Pharmacological Efficacy & Nutritional Value of Kulattha (Dolichos Biflorus)

A Brief Study of Pharmacological Efficacy & Nutritional Value of Kulattha (Dolichos Biflorus)

Dr Parul Saini1   Dr Omprakash Sharma2  Dr Ritu Sharma3  Dr Sangeeta Kuri4

1.P.G. Scholar, 2nd Year, Deptt of Dravyaguna

2.Professor & H.O.D. Deptt of Dravyaguna

3.Assistant Professor ,  Deptt of Dravyaguna

4.Assistant Professor ,  Deptt of Dravyaguna

Sriganganagar College Of Ayurvedic Science and Hospital, Sriganganagar

Abstract

As we all know “prevention is better than cure”.the most important aim of Ayurveda is too “swasthasya swathya rakshnama,aturasya vicar prashmananam”. For these in Ayurveda many medicinal plants are described as dietiery supplements or as in medicine, kulattha is one among the medicinal plant which have various nutritional value and as well as medicinal value. Horse gram is an excellent source of protein, carbohydrates,fat, vitamins, minerals and good amount of soluble fibers. Extract of these seeds shows potent anti-hyperglycemic anti-hypercholesterolemic activities.In this study we attempt an elaborated study of kulattha.

Keywords: Kulattha, dolichos biflorus