Scientists at the Banaras Hindu University (BHU) in Uttar Pradesh have claimed that chickpeas or, “Choley” as they are known in local parlance here can cure Leukoderma, a chronic skin disease that causes loss of pigmentation, resulting in white patches on the skin.
So far there has been no knowledge of any kind of permanent and certain treatment for curing Leukoderma. Moreover, the allopathic medicines and ointments are not only expensive but also fail to cure the disease permanently.
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Skin types can range from oily to dry, extreme dryness accompanied by rashes and itching can often denote the presence of a skin problem or skin disorder.
Skin types can range from oily to dry, extreme dryness accompanied by rashes and itching can often denote the presence of a skin problem or skin disorder.
"We used lot of things to cure Leukoderma, but never been successful in curing this disease. This time we are curing patients by putting chickpea ointment on their affected areas. We also recommend the patients to consume lot of chickpeas in their regular diet too," said S.N. Ojha, one of the doctors.
Amino acids found in chickpeas promote synthesis of melanin (skin pigment) formation cells, regenerate the pigment cells and help treat the chronic skin disorder.
Skin Disease/ Dermatology - Skin Pigmentation Disorders
Skin pigmentation disorders are caused when there is an excessive or reduced production of melanin. It results in skin appearing blotchy or skin discoloration such as melasma, vitiligo and albinism.
Skin pigmentation disorders are caused when there is an excessive or reduced production of melanin. It results in skin appearing blotchy or skin discoloration such as melasma, vitiligo and albinism.
Although Leukoderma is not a contagious disease, it is viewed as leprosy, an object of social stigma. It is an autoimmune disease in which the body starts producing antibodies that destroy cells known as melanocytes giving the skin its normal colour.
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