Little Millet/Kutki 1 Kg (35.27 OZ)

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It is grown mostly in Southern India. This hardy crop thrives in diverse agro-climatic conditions, making it a sustainable option for farmers. Little millet is resistant to pests and illnesses, making it a good choice for organic farming. Good source of potent antioxidants: Millets are rich in antioxidants like polyphenols, phenolic compounds, tannins, flavonoids play an important role in promoting health by combating lifestyle diseases such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease, obesity, cataract, cancers, inflammation and gastrointestinal problems which are on the rise. The polyphenols are biggest group of phytochemicals exhibiting antioxidant, metal chelating and reducing powers. Theseantioxidants contribute to health, delay aging, reduce metabolic syndrome and improve immune system. The bioactive properties of polyphenols include anticarcinogenic, anti-inflammatory, antiviral and neuroprotective activities.

You can enjoy millets as a breakfast porridge, side dish, salad add-in, or cookie or cake ingredient. By embracing little millet, individuals with gluten sensitivity or Celiac disease can confidently explore new culinary possibilities while ensuring a balanced and gluten-free diet. 4. Antioxidant Properties Being a good antioxidant, little millet promotes health by reducing the risk of cardiovascular diseases and helps in getting rid of cataract as well. Fiber Rich Nutrient If you have gluten sensitivity or Celiac disease, incorporating a little millet into your diet can offer several benefits. Additionally, it helps alleviate digestive issues commonly associated with gluten consumption.Pearl millet is a very robust grass which tillers widely and grows in tufts. It has slender stems which are divided into distinct nodes. The leaves of the plant are linear or lance-like, possess small teeth and can grow up to 3.3 feet in length. The inflorescence of the plant is a spike-like panicle, made up of many smaller spikelets where the grain is produced. Pearl millet can reach 1.5–13 feet in height depending on the cultivar and is an annual plant, harvested after one growing season. Pearl millet may also be referred to as bulrush millet, cat-tail millet or yellow bristle grass. Guinea Millet Genus Echinochloa: collectively, the members of this genus are called barnyard grasses or barnyard millets Although all millet varieties belong to the Poaceae family, they differ in color, appearance, and species. In the temperate zones of Asia: the Caucasus, China, East Asia and also in the tropics of the continent: India, Indochina and Malaysia. a b c Lu, H.; Zhang, J.; Liu, K. B.; Wu, N.; Li, Y.; Zhou, K.; Ye, M.; Zhang, T.; etal. (2009). "Earliest domestication of common millet (Panicum miliaceum) in East Asia extended to 10,000 years ago". Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences of the United States of America. 106 (18): 7367–72. Bibcode: 2009PNAS..106.7367L. doi: 10.1073/pnas.0900158106. PMC 2678631. PMID 19383791.

Millets are rich in fiber and non-starchy polysaccharides, two types of undigestible carbs that help control blood sugar levels ( 10, 20).It is good for those suffering from signs of cardiovascular disease, like high blood pressure and high cholesterol levels. Manning, Katie; Pelling, Ruth; Higham, Tom; Schwenniger, Jean-Luc; Fuller, Dorian Q. (2011). "4500-Year old domesticated pearl millet (Pennisetum glaucum) from the Tilemsi Valley, Mali: new insights into an alternatives are cereal domestication pathway". Journal of Archaeological Science. 38 (2): 312–322. Bibcode: 2011JArSc..38..312M. doi: 10.1016/j.jas.2010.09.007. Fonio is an annual plant with a plant height of 45–50 cm. The roots are well developed and attached firmly to the soil. The inflorescence is composed of two to six fingers of 5–12.5 cm length. Fonio yields very small kernels that are milled into flours, which are mainly used for preparation of porridges, couscous, traditional breads, and opaque beers. The grain can be added to stews, or boiled and eaten with palm oil. Fonio can also be used for brewing beer. In comparison with other cereals, fonio has a poor nutritional value in terms of total protein and amino-acid balance. What you need to know about Millets Little Millet is rich in antioxidants, phosphorus, vitamin B3, etc which helps in regulating heart health, cholesterol levels. We’ll shortly look into tasty little millet recipes. Little millet benefits also include its high dietary fibre content, which promotes digestive health. The fibre in little millet helps maintain regular bowel movements and prevent constipation.