Millet

The tiny grain is gluten free and packed with minerals and vitamins. Millet is tasty, with a mildly sweet, nut-like flavor and contains a myriad of beneficial nutrients. It is nearly 15% protein, contains high amounts of fiber. Millet is tasty, with a mildly sweet, nut-like flavor and contains a myriad of beneficial nutrients.

Nutrition Of Millet

Millet is a rich source of niacin, thiamin, magnesium and manganese. It is also a good source of carbohydrate. The carbohydrate in millet has a higher GI; making it a good post exercise meal for replacing lost blood sugar faster. 100 gm of cooked barley give 119 calories. It is high in fiber,potassium, phosporous and zinc along with  The essential amino acids methionine, lecithin, and some vitamin E. It is also rich in photo-chemicals and contains 15 % protein. It is the most alkaline pH of all the grains.

Health Benefits of Millet

Millet is a good source of dietary fiber, which helps mop up unwanted cholesterol in the digestive system. It is also a good source of the cholesterol lowering B vitamin niacin and the blood pressure lowering mineral magnesium.
Studies have shown that regular consumption of millet lowers Type 2 diabetes risk.
Millet contain special compound called lignans, which are converted by good bacteria in the gut into useful substance that can help prevent cancer.
Another of the health benefits of millet is its ability to aid digestive health. Whole grains are a rich source of insoluble fiber, which increases stool bulk and decreases the transit time of waste through the intestines.
Millet is a good grain to include in detoxification programs because of its ability to make the blood more alkaline. It has the lowest pH of all the grains, making it a popular grain for detox.

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