What are Millets?
A small round whole grain grew in India, Nigeria, and other Asian and African countries.
Millet is a cereal grain and is one of the least allergic and most easily digestible grains. These whole grains are a rich source of several essential nutrients and offer a distinct advantage in fighting against nutrient deficiency in third-world nations.
Bajra, Jowar & Ragi are a few of the variants.
Millets: All you need to know about these grains – Pristine Organics
Benefits at a glance…
- Protecting cardiovascular health
- Preventing the onset of diabetes
- Regulate blood glucose Levels
- Managing inflammation in the gut
- Fights low immunity and diseases
- Addresses malnutrition
- Aids in weight loss
- Good for heart
- Promotes digestion
- Rich in B Vitamins, Calcium, Iron, Potassium, Magnesium, Zinc
- Aids in slow muscle degradation
- Excellent source of antioxidants
Types of Millets:
Foxtail Millet:
It is rich in iron and calcium it maintains healthy blood levels and strengthens bones
Finger Millet:
It is a gluten-free grain loaded with protein and amino acids that promote growth and boost brain health in children.
Pearl Millet:
It is rich with minerals such as calcium, magnesium, iron and is beneficial in overall health
Sorghum Millet:
It is locally known as Jowar. Organic jowar is a rich source of iron, protein, and fibre and can help lower cholesterol levels
Buckwheat Millet:
It is diabetic-friendly and helps in reducing blood pressure and is helpful for good cardiovascular health
Amaranth Millet:
This Millet is rich in protein and dietary fibre and great for a healthy diet.
Little Millet:
It is loaded with vitamin B and essential minerals such as Calcium, Iron, Zinc, and Potassium
The Categories:
Naked Grains:
Naked grains are millets don’t require any processing after harvest and can be consumed right after cleaning, eg: ragi, jowar and bajra
Husked Grains:
These grains go through a separate hulling process to free the grain of the husks, eg: Foxtail millets, little millets, and kodo
Switching to Millets…
- Include millets in your diet at least one time in a day
- Serve delicious millet recipe in your family function
- Share the health benefits of millets all around you
- Habituate children to relish millets from early age
The beginning of a healthy journey!
Including Millets in your diet is one of the best decisions you can make! You can choose from different types of millets and cook amazing healthy and tasty recipes that will leave you in awe! Choose the right one for your family. Try swapping rice with organic millet and look at the difference it will make!
