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Reasons to consume Millets

Because millets are packed with the goodness of all essential nutrients. Their high protein and fibre content have made them a popular choice among health-conscious people. Though millets have been used for years in India, people were not aware of the many benefits of millets.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Anybody from new born babies to youngsters to adults to elderly people can consume millets. People who are healthy, sick, poor, rich, men, women and of social status can consume the millets the way we use Paddy and Wheat.

Yes, millets can be given to babies. Babies can be fed Popped/malted Millets powder; this is like a millet-based substitute for baby food like Cerelac or others. Traditionally, children were given different forms of millets from 6 months up. 

Summer millets Called jowar in Hindi, this millet is extremely cooling and is packed with B-vitamins and minerals, therefore it is excellent for skin and hair. 

Millet is lower on the glycaemic index (GI) than many other grains. That means it raises your blood sugar slowly and gradually instead of in quick spikes. High-fibre, low-GI foods keep blood sugar steady, lower cholesterol, and help you lose weight. All of these things are helpful for people with diabetes. 

Foxtail millet can prove to be a great addition for healthy heart diet 

Carbohydrates are important for athletes as it is a major source of energy for them. Millets are the only source of carbohydrates which does not have any starch in it and they release energy slowly allowing for improved stamina during long periods of intense activity. 

Though millet can be stored in the refrigerator, it is most commonly kept in the pantry. To keep millet fresh, you’ll want to store it in a tightly sealed plastic or glass container and place it in a cool, dry area 

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