India, April 14 -- Sattu atta forms a major part of the diet in Bihar, Jharkhand and parts of Uttar Pradesh. It is made by finely grinding roasted chickpeas (chana dal) into a fine powder.

Sattu Sankranti aka Satuani marks the beginning of summer in Bihar and Jharkhand. To celebrate this festival today, people eat sattu, a flour made of chickpeas. While experts share its health benefits, we also look at fun ways to consume this high-protein flour.

It is packed with nutrients like iron, manganese, and magnesium. "It is very beneficial for vegetarians and vegans as it provides a good plant-based protein source," shares Simmi Shah, Consultant-Dietetics, Jupiter Hospital, Thane. It also supports digestive health as it has a high fibre conte...