Overview: Uluthankali is made up of black urad dhal and the traditional rice Poongar (Women's rice). It is a traditional porridge which generally served with Jaggery and gingelly oil. This can be taken by all but it was specifically given to girls who have attained puberty and pregnant women.Black gram strengthens the bones and muscles .Poongar rice helps foe normal pregnancy and helps in curing women hormonal problems.

Benefits: 1. Black gram is low on glycemic index,being rich in fibre, it aids in slow absorption of nutrients in to the blood and slows down the release of blood glucose.

2. It is high on potassium food and prevents the constriction of blood vessels and controls high blood pressure.

3. Black gram is loaded with a wide range of minerals including potassium, magnesium, iron, phosphorous and calcium which strengthens the bone density. 5

4. Black gram works as an excellent diuretic.

5.. Enhances reproductive health in men and to correct hormonal imbalances in men.

6. Poongar rice helps to cure women hormonal issues.

7. Poongar is good for normal pregnancy and lactation.

Cookery: 1. Ulunthankali 2. Ladoos Uluthankali Preparation: 1. Add 1 cup of Uluthankali maavu into 1 1/2 cup of water and mix without lumps. 2. Boil 11cup of water and this mixture. 3. Stir well til it reaches the Kali form . 4. Add Naatu sarkarai , Gingelly oil or Ghee to it.