MILLETS, the must have Food

Millet is more than just an interesting alternative to the more common grains. Millets have been proven to be a good source of some very important nutrients, including copper, manganese, phosphorus, and magnesium. It's been a staple food since ancient times and also used as bird feed. 

Millets got its due attention in the recent past until Nutritionists uncovered it's numerous benefits.The surprising benefits of Millets is a good news to Diabetic patients but also people with other lifestyle oriented diseases.

As per many studies magnesium plays a vital role in lowering  high blood pressure and reduce the risk of heart attack, especially in people with atherosclerosis or diabetic heart disease. 

The phosphorus provided by millet plays a role in the structure of every cell in the body. Phosphorus is an important component of nucleic acids, the building blocks of the genetic code. Phosphorus is an essential component of lipid(FAT)-containing structures  such as cell membranes and nervous system structures.

Millet and other whole grains are a rich source of magnesium, a mineral that acts as a 
co-factor for more than 300 enzymes, including enzymes involved in the body's use of glucose and insulin secretion.
The high magnesium content in Millets helps body produce insulin efficiently and also prevents occurrence of diabetes. Eating millets on regular basis regulates blood sugar
 levels. 

Many studies have shown that increasing the intake of millet can reduce cases of childhood asthma by a large percentage.

Millets are one of the favorable foods to prevent cancer as advised by NIPR [NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF CANCER RESEARCH AND RESEARCH], India. Millets are rich in anti-oxidants, it contains Vitamin B12 which plays a big role in prevention of cancer. 

Millets are loaded with the components such as Curcumin, Ellagic acid, Quercetin and Catechins, which further help in removing foreign agents and free radicals and balance the enzymatic reactions in the body. Millets can naturally detoxify the blood. 

The high fiber content in Millets helps improve digestion drastically. It also helps in healing gastrointestinal diseases and eliminate problems like constipation, excess gas, bloating and cramping.

TYPES OF MILLETS

Sorghum (Jowar) | Foxtail millet | Finger millet (ragi) | Pearl millet (Bajra) 

Barnyard millet | Kodo millet | Little Millet | Proso Millet

Having understood the numerous benefits that Millets possess it shouldn't be an optional food but a must one on the plate. 

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