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Minor Millets - The Ultimate Superfoods for Diabetes, heart and Gut Health

Updated: Sep 9, 2024

There are many types of millets - the more common major millets and the rarer minor millets

that can change the face of health.



Eating minor millets unlocks hidden health benefits beyond eating only ragi and bajra.

Being less processed and polished the minor millets have some benefits that their

counterparts just can’t compete with.


Taking on problems such as diabetes, bad gut & poor digestion, and heart attacks. Minor millets address a category of health issues straight on with full force.

Barnyard Millet
Barnyard Millet

First addressing diabetes, a minor millet like Barnyard Millet with its low glycemic index and high fiber content can slow digestion and ensure a gradual release of glucose into the bloodstream, controlling blood sugar levels, and making you feel mentally good. Say goodbye to those sudden afternoon energy drops.



Kodo Millet
Kodo Millet

Next gut health - kodo millet - standing at 9 grams of fiber is much higher than the average fiber content of major millets which is only 6 grams / 100 - making it one of the most gut-friendly millets - feeling light and not bloated and feeling full. Say goodbye to random junk food.



Our heart is under constant stress with the processed foods we eat on a day-to-day basis. It

Foxtail Millets
Foxtail Millets

has to ultimately be protected and minor millets like foxtail are rich in antioxidants and help reduce oxidative stress and lower cholesterol levels, which are crucial for maintaining heart health.

Foxtail Millet pulao garnished with herbs, known for its antioxidant properties and heart health benefits.
Foxtail Millet Pulao

Living longer starts by protecting the heart. That's why exercise also connects with heart health.


With these benefits - consider choosing the type of millet choose minor millet-rich foods, they have their superpowers which are much more than ragi, bajra, and jowar.

 
 
 

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2024年7月27日
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Interesting post!

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2024年7月25日
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Great post! The breakdown of different millets and their benefits is really helpful. I’m excited to add more finger millet and foxtail millet to my diet. Thanks for sharing!

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2024年7月25日
5つ星のうち5と評価されています。

I knew about the benefits of millets, but minor millets are something new to me! This article was very informative.

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2024年7月25日
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would love to see sources added in it


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2024年7月23日
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Great Content!!

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