Eleusine coracana as medicine in Ayurveda – A review

Authors

  • Manjunatha K S
  • Dr K C Chandini
  • Veena M R
  • Shashidhara B
  • Bhanumathi

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.53555/jaz.v41i01-02.4930

Keywords:

Eleusine coracana, Ragi, Ayurveda, therapy, nutrition, antioxidants, fibers, doshas, vata, kapha, pitta, diabetes, anemia, obesity

Abstract

Eleusine coracana, popularly known as ragi is a major source of nutrition in underprivileged classes in developing countries. Though largely neglected as a food crop in elite societies, the evidences for its therapeutic significance can be dated long back. Rich in carbohydrates and essential amino acids, ragi also has significantly high amount of fiber, calcium and vitamin D. In this study, mentions of ragi in Ayurveda have been correlated with the modern research findings. Ayurveda suggests and recommends the regular use of ragi in various food preparations to gain maximum benefit largely from its phytochemicals. This review, thus aims at presenting the Ayurvedic benefits of ragi as food.

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Author Biographies

Manjunatha K S

Assistant Professor. Dept of Biotechnology, I D S G Government College, Chikkamagaluru, Karnataka, India.

Dr K C Chandini

Associate Professor, Dept of Botany, Government Science College, Hassan, Karnataka, India.

Veena M R

Assistant Professor, Dept of Biotechnology. Maharani Science College for Women, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India.

Shashidhara B

Assistant Professor, Dept of Computer Science, Sir M V Govt Science College, Bhadravathi, Karnataka, India.

Bhanumathi

Assistant Professor, Dept of History, Govt First Grade College, Kaduru, Karnataka, India.

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2020-09-27

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