Pearl millet are ovoid grains with high energy that contain sufficient amounts of carbohydrates, protein, and fat, rich in vitamins B and A, calcium, iron, and zinc. It has immense health benefits and its amazing combination of good carbohydrates with ample amounts of dietary fiber makes an ideal diet for those who are suffering from diabetes. They greatly help build and strengthen the muscles and repair the damaged tissues. It serves as an ideal food choice for vegetarians who want to cut down their carbohydrate intake. Pearl Millet greatly reduces belly fat and regulates the menstrual cycle in women.

Usage

Pearl millet serves as a portion of human food and as livestock feed. It is used to prepare Kichadis, Upma, and Porridge to serve as a powerful breakfast. It is ground to flour for making a variety of delicacies like Dosas, Idlis, and Panniyaram. The ground pearl millet flour in combination with other flours can be used for baking cookies and muffins.

Did You Know?

Pearl Millet is a must-have food for pregnant women owing to its enriched presence of vitamin B9 also known as folate or folic acid which aids in the formation of DNA and RNA defining the growth rate of the fetus.