Jharkhand's Kachnar Plant May Have Significant Nutritional and Health Benefits: AIIMS Delhi Study
A pilot study conducted by AIIMS New Delhi has brought attention to the health benefits of the Kachnar plant (Bauhinia Variegata), commonly found in Jharkhand’s forests. The study showed that that individuals who consumed Kachnar exhibited reduced levels of inflammatory markers in the body compared to non-consumers. The plant was found to provide essential micro- and macronutrients, especially in regions with limited access to diverse food resources.
The study was initiated in 2020 under the leadership of Sanjiv Kumar, the then Regional Chief Conservator of Forests (RCCF), Hazaribagh. Researchers sought to understand the nutritional value of Kachnar and its potential molecular and dietary effects on human health.
The Kachnar plant is deeply embedded in the diet and healthcare practices of Jharkhand’s tribal communities. These forest-dependent communities follow unique socio-cultural traditions, including the use of plants like Kachnar for both food and medicine.
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