Indian Millets

Barnyard or Sanwa is a popular millet in India, which is loaded with dietary fibres. This high density contributes to improving intestinal flow and weight loss. This millet grows in the marginal field and fastest rising plant. It is packed with calcium, and phosphate, which will boost bone mass.     

Buckwheat, mostly known as kuttu in India, which is mostly consumed during Navratri fasting. This diabetic-friendly millet also influences maintaining blood pressure levels. This magical millet crop is a boon for heart health and can lose excess weight with regular consumption. Buckwheat millet also features anti-cancer characteristics.     

Finger millet or ragi is one of the most consumed millets across the world. The gluten-free millet is a healthier substitute for wheat and rice. With lots of iron and other mineral ingredients, ragi is the favourite millet of fitness people. Nutrient composites of ragi are closely associated with the brain and body development of kids. The dense composition of amino acids fulfils a large share of daily antioxidant requirements and keeps you healthy and young. Available in white and brown colour, these millet varieties are leading consumers to consume them more. 

Little millet grows in adverse weather conditions like water logging or drought. In India, eastern ghats fall into the production region of these types of millets. Although named little millet, the crop is packed with minerals such as zinc, calcium, iron, and potassium. You will find several traditional dishes in the southern states of India made up of this.     

Pearl millet, also known as Bajra, is much familiar millet used in preparing various traditional dishes like paratha, khichdi, and others. Pearl millet contains nutrients like fibre, iron, protein, calcium, and magnesium. People who consume pearl millet on a regular basis may experience boosted health to fight against type 2 diabetes. States like Gujrat, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh are among the major producer and consumers of this wonderful millet.     

The Sorghum millet is mostly known as jowar in India, and states like Maharashtra and Karnataka are the top producer of it. Slightly sweet in taste, sorghum millet is a good source of iron, protein, and fibre. Also used in ethanol production, sorghum millet caters to various health benefits. People who are gluten intolerant can avail of the option of jowar as a healthy substitute. It has higher-intensity antioxidants and is high in calories and macros. One can have improved metabolic activities and boosted overall stamina with regular consumption of jowar.