The forest as factor in human health

[Rosamma Thomas]

When we say health, we don’t just think of ‘disease’ and ‘medicines’. If these title deeds are granted, as is our right, then we can farm on this land; We can grow different varieties of food crops, horticultural crops, and fruits, such as soppu (green leafy vegetables), ragi/jowar (millets), avare (broad bean), and togari (pigeon pea). Land rights have become a way for us to ensure access to nutritious food for our community—which has a direct impact on our health. https://idronline.org/article/perspectives/for-us-adivasis-without-forests-there-is-no-health/