Millets

Millets

POSHAN POORAK contains the following 3 varieties of important millets: Finger millet (Ragi), Browntop Millet (Korle), and Foxtail millet (Navane). Millets are rich in protein, resistant starch, soluble fibres, and vitamins and minerals. They also provide nutraceutical components such as phenols, tannins, and phytates, along with other nutrients.

These three millets are an excellent source of natural calcium that helps in strengthening bones for growing children, adults, and aging people. The regular consumption of millets is good for bone formation and health. Numerous studies have established the fact that phytates, polyphenols, and tannins in millets can contribute to antioxidant activity, which is an important factor in promoting health, and prevent aging and metabolic diseases.
Regular consumption of millets could help in preventing malnutrition and degenerative diseases and support the body's immune defense system.

Millets, with their low carbohydrate content, slow digestibility, and low water-soluble gum content, have been attributed to improving glucose metabolism. The grains release sugar slowly in the blood and slow down glucose absorption. The dietary fibre and resistant starch in minor millets exhibit hypoglycemic and hypolipidemic effects. Millets are also high in iron and are high in unsaturated fat (good fat), comprising majorly of the healthy polyunsaturated fatty acids.

The health benefits of millets include their ability to protect the heart, regulate the digestive system, detoxify the body, improve respiratory health, boost the immune system, increase energy levels, and improve the muscle and nerve health.

Millets are alkaline and they digest easily. Millets act as a prebiotic feeding the microflora in the guts. Millet is gluten-free and non-allergenic.

Benefits of Ingredients

CHIA SEEDS

FINGER MILLET

  • Finger millet is considered one of the most nutritious cereals.
  • Finger millet contains about 8% protein, 70% complex carbohydrates, 20% dietary fiber, and about 3% minerals. Of all the cereals and millets, finger millet has the highest amount of calcium (344mg) and potassium (408mg). The grain has low-fat content (1.5%) and contains mainly unsaturated fat.
  • It is gluten-free and is safe for people suffering from gluten allergy and celiac disease. It is non-acid forming, and hence easy to digest.
  • Finger millet is rich in amino acids (Tryptophan, Threonine, Valine, Isoleucine, and Methionine).
  • Finger millet is an excellent source of natural calcium, which helps in strengthening bones for growing children and aging people. Regular consumption of finger millet is good for bone health and keeps diseases such as osteoporosis at bay and could reduce the risk of fracture.
  • It is now established that phytates, polyphenols, and tannins can contribute to the antioxidant activity of millet-based foods, which is an essential factor in health, aging, and metabolic diseases.
  • Finger millet's phytochemicals help in slowing the digestion process. Along with its high-fibre content, higher than wheat or rice, it helps in controlling blood sugar levels in diabetics.
  • Finger millet is an excellent source of natural iron, and its consumption helps the anemic. The Ragi based foods are highly suited for expectant mothers and the elderly due to there high calcium and iron content.
  • Finger millet consumption helps in relaxing the body naturally and may help with anxiety, depression, and insomnia. It is also useful for migraines.
  • Finger millet helps in conditions of high blood pressure, liver disorders, asthma, and heart weakness.
  • If consumed regularly, finger millet could help in keeping malnutrition, degenerative diseases, and premature aging at bay.
FLAX SEEDS

FOXTAIL MILLET

  • Foxtail millet is rich in calories and is considered as the perfect substitute for healthy diets.
  • Foxtail millet is the second-most widely planted species of millet. It has the most extended history of cultivation among millets in India and is being grown in India since antiquity.
  • Foxtail millet is rich in dietary fibre, protein, healthy micros (vitamin and minerals), and low in fat. Studies show that people who consume foxtail millet in their diet have a lower probability of suffering from diabetes.
  • This heart-healthy millet helps to regulate blood pressure, thus reducing the chances of blockage in the heart that results in cardiac arrest or stroke. It also helps in the reduction of LDL levels in the body.
  • It has a low glycemic index and is an excellent substitute for rice or other grains that can increase blood sugar.
  • Foxtail millet is gluten-free. Therefore, it helps in improving digestion, increases energy level, and helps in maintaining cholesterol levels. These millets also help you in eliminating viruses and germs in the body.
  • The abundance of antioxidants, mainly (Tryptophan and other essential amino acids) in foxtail millet helps in fighting diseases and building immunity. It works amazingly in relieving curing disorders like insomnia and migraine.
  • Studies have revealed that foods rich in fiber help preventing breast cancer in women. Foxtail millet has a high quantity of fiber.
  • Foxtail Millet is rich in calcium, which is very important for maintaining your bone health. It also contains vitamin D.
  • By including this millet in your diet, one can have a youthful-looking skin because the amino acids found in it help in the formation of collagen, which helps in slowing the appearance of wrinkles.
QUINOA

BROWNTOP MILLET

  • Browntop millet is not only nutritious but also very delicious.
  • The millet is gluten-free and rich in essential nutrients.
  • It is a rich source of protein and natural fibre, when compared to other grains. It contains about 11.5% protein and 12.5% fibre due to which it serves as an essential dietary supplement for dealing with lifestyle-based diseases.
  • Regular consumption of Browntop millet showed a lower incidence of cardiovascular diseases, duodenal ulcers, and diabetes.

INGREDIENTS

Millets (Finger Millet – Ragi, Foxtail Millet – Navane, Browntop Millet – Korle); Lentils and Pulses (Horse Gram – ¬Hurali, Green Gram – Mung, Bengal Gram – Channa); Super Foods (Quinoa, Chia Seed, Flax Seed); Amaranth (Rajgira Grains); Nuts (Almonds, Cashews, Walnuts, Pistachios); Spices (Fenugreek Seed, Caraway Seed, Cardamom, Nutmeg, Clove, Black Pepper, Cinnamon, Saffron); Dry Dates and Jaggery; Edible Guar Gum, and Edible Acacia Gum.