is a versatile protein rich staple used to make healthy rotis, porridges, idlis, dosas, laddoos, and even baked goods, serving as a wholesome alternative to wheat flour for all ages, especially children and the elderly.
Finger millet / Ragi is nutrient rich, gluten-free, an excellent source of dietary fiber, high in iron and calcium, low glycemic index and additionally rich in antioxidants.
Sprouting enhances nutritional value:
Millets in general are gluten-free, highly nutritious and rich in dietary fibre. They are rich in micronutrients, including calcium, iron, phosphorus, etc. They are low in Glycemic Index (GI) as such don't cause huge spike in blood sugar. Millets should ideally be an integral part of our daily diet.
Dietary fibre in millets has water absorbing and bulking property. It increases transit time of food in the gut which helps in reducing risk of inflammatory bowel disease and acts as detoxifying agent in the body.
Health Benefits of Millets : Millets are anti acidic; Millets are gluten free; Helps to prevent type 2 diabetes; Effective in reducing blood pressure; Reduces risk of gastrointestinal conditions like gastric ulcers or colon cancer; Eliminate problems like constipation, excess gas, bloating and cramping; Millet act as a probiotic feeding micro flora in our inner ecosystem.