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

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.