Laicha paddy and anti cancer properties

Three paddy varieties of Chhattisgarh have been used for medicinal purpose for many years in the tribal region of Bastar, but now a researcher from the Indira Gandhi Krishi Vishwavidyalaya (IGKV), Raipur says that Gathwan, Maharaji and Laicha varieties of rice has some anti cancer properties. According to the researcher:

  • These varieties showed properties to prevent multiplication of cancer cells without affecting the normal cells.
  • A further study is being carried out on these varieties under the guidance of BARC.
  • Certain elements in these rice varieties not only prevented the multiplication of cancer cells but also destroyed them to a significant extent.
  • BARC scientists are trying to extract the anti-cancer ingredients or elements from these varieties and conduct trials on the mouse.
  • Gathwan also has the property to cure arthritis.
  • Laicha has been used in treating skin-related problems by villagers in some areas.



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  1. Good evening sir
    Please I want laicha rice, iam a breast cancer patient from Bangalore, kindly help to buy laicha rice.
    Thanking you

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