Kaatuyaanam

Kaatuyaanam a rice variety cultivated mainly in Tamil Nadu grows over seven feet tall. It has the ability to hide an elephant, hence the crop was given this name. (‘Kaatu’ meaning forest and ‘Yaanam’ meaning elephant). The rice keeps diabetics and arthritis under control, boosts immunity and protects against skin problems. Very high in folic acid, it helps strengthen the pelvic bone so it was regularly given to pregnant women.

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