Known Benefits
Organic hulled millet is considered a wholegrain and it contains the following benefits:
- Rich in nutrients such as protein, B-Vitamins (B3, B6), and minerals such as magnesium, copper, phosphorus, and manganese
- Alkaline, gluten free, and easily digestible
- High protein content, beneficial to a vegetarian diet
- High in fibre and low simple sugars
- As such, it has a lower glyceamic index (GI) and has been shown to produce lower blood sugar levels compared to wheat or rice
- Magnesium in millet can help reduce migraines and heart attacks
- Studies have shown that the regular consumption of millet may be useful in preventing cardiovascular diseases
- Niacin (Vitamin B3) present in millet can help lower cholesterol
Recommended Usage
Can be served as:
- breakfast porridge topped with nuts and fruits,
- grounded and added to bread and muffin recipes,
- toss cooked,
- chilled with chopped vegetables, chicken or tofu cubes.
Organic millet is an alternative to rice or potatoes. It is a good and nutritious whole grain for women, especially to those who just gave birth.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Inner Mongolia
CERTIFIED ORGANIC BY: USA-NOP/OCIA
Nutritional Information
Energy Kj/100g 170kj, Protein 7g, Fat 15g, Total Dietry Fibre 3g, Carbohydrates-Total 4g, Carbohydrate-Sugar 1g
