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India’s Global initiatives to promote millet consumption across the world

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Millets are a powerhouse of nutrition. These days, the awareness and intake of millet have improved as people have started adopting a healthy lifestyle.  In 2018, India proposed 2023 as an International year for millets. The food and agriculture organization of the UN approved it and the United Nations general assembly declared 2023 as the ‘International Year of Millets’. This was adopted by a United Nation resolution. India took the lead and was successfully supported by over 70 nations. The objective of the initiative: 1.    The main objective of the initiative was to create an awareness of the contribution of millet to food security and nutrition. 2.    To inspire stakeholders to improve the production and quality of all the millets. 3.    Get more investment in research services and the production of millets. Have you been wondering what are millets? Millets are the term used for the group of small-seeded grasses that are cultivated as a grain crop in marginal lands of the subtropi

WHY MILLET IS CONSIDERED THE UNDERDOG OF SUPERFOOD?

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You must have heard about the benefits of chia seeds and quinoa You might be able to rattle off the goodness of oats, But do you know about the health benefits of bajara and ragi? Did you know that they are equally nutrient and mineral-rich? Millets today are the underdog of superfoods and it is time to give them their rightful place! History of Millets Millets, being the most ancient grain, have been in consumption for thousands of years. The mention of millets can be found in ancient Yajurveda texts and their consumption pre-dates the Indian Bronze Age (4500 BC)! Around the world too, millet consumption was common in Asia, Korea, and Europe, however, over time, they lost their sheen and were replaced by wheat and rice. Due to a lack of awareness, people have started ignoring millet, the superfood. Why millets are considered a superfood? Millet was once an integral part of the Indian diet and is recently rediscovered as an underdog of superfood. This is because m

Why is the year 2023 being observed as the International year of millets?

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Did you know that the coming year is the year of millets? But what is this declaration and why is the year 2023 observed as the International year of millets? And did you know that this declaration has a deep Indian connection? To know all this and more, read further and find some interesting nuggets of information. Declaration of the International year of millets The government of India decided to put forward a proposal to United Nations for declaring the year 2022-2023 as the "International year of millets”. The proposal got support from over 70 countries and the United Nations declared 2023 the international year of millets.   Why Millets? Millets are a group of varied small-seeded grains belonging to the Paniceae family. They are high in protein, fiber, and other nutrients like Iron, manganese, phosphorus, etc. Millets are often considered a “Superfood”, because of their impressive nutritional profile.   Millets offer various amazing health benefits. They help in weight loss a

Why Hazelnut Millet bar is a great post workout snack?

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Your body requires balanced nutrition which consists of protein, fiber, fat, essential vitamins, and minerals. This becomes even more important when you are on a fitness regime. What you eat after and before a workout plays a very important role in achieving your fitness goals. If you are wondering what to eat post-workout, we suggest hazelnut millet bars ! Surprised? Read on to know more   Why Post a workout snack is essential? Your body needs nutrition post-workout to rebuild its glycogen storage. It needs nutrition to repair and regrow muscle protein. Post-workout snack helps stimulate muscle protein synthesis, improves recovery, and enhances performance. After intense gym sessions or workout sessions, you should always look to refuel your energy, and the simplest way to achieve this is by opting for energy bars. How do post-workout snacks like Hazelnut millet bars help? Hazelnut millet bars help decrease protein breakdown and increase protein synthesis. Post-workout sna

6 Tips For Buying A Gift When You Don't Know What To Buy

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There is at least one person in the family who always comes up with thoughtful gifts for everyone. It is a fantastic superpower to have but not all can ace the gifting game. Most of us are stressed when it comes to the gifting season as we aren’t sure what to gift. To help you solve this dilemma, we spied on some of the cool gifters to find the secret of their superpower. Here are the top 6 tips that one should keep in mind when buying a gift Observe The first rule of good gifting is to observe the lifestyle, interests, personalities, and hobbies of the other person. Without observation, your guess is as good as any’s. Make a note of the things someone takes interest in and make sure to remember it at the time you want to gift them something. Additionally, giving something to someone who might not invest in it themselves but has expressed a desire to do so could make for a really good gift. Sometimes, the receiver might give you a hint as to what they would like, and you’re likely

5 REASONS TO SEND YOUR LOYAL CLIENTS HEALTHY GIFT CARDS

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A gift is a way of expressing gratitude, a way of showing love, respect, and care. However, corporate gifting or gifting to loyal customers needs different considerations as compared to gifts to our loved ones. It is not just about personal preferences or likes, corporate gifting also needs to consider the company values and branding that will be promoted through such gifts. Gifts for loyal clients need to be thoughtful as well as communicative of the brand's essence. In such scenarios, healthy food hampers, healthy lifestyle hampers, or healthy gift cards seem to check all the right boxes. Healthy gifts are the most useful gifts as they are appreciated by all, irrespective of age or gender. Healthy gift options vary from venture to venture, a business owner would like to gift a healthy snack box and a personalized coffee mug, while a solopreneur would opt for a spa voucher or a box of chocolates. However many do not prefer picking general healthy gifting options as it does not co

How to stay on budget when buying festival gifts

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The festival season heralds the gifting season, and so does the spending season. It's essential to set a budget for gifts so that you don't overspend on them. Setting a budget is the way to limit purchases and make mindful choices so that you don't pinch your pocket and end up buying wisely. Here are some simple steps to gift thoughtful gifts while staying within your budget during the festival season: 1. Make a list: Pre-plan before buying. Making a list of people you wish to gift helps in identifying realistic budgets and the number of gifts required.  Make a list of things that each person likes and the things that are in your budget. Remember to keep a buffer of 10 to 20% so that you don't get overwhelmed. 2. Shop Online : Shop online as it helps you compare on multiple sites. Once decided, keep the product in your cart. Many brands do run sales and discounts/offers during festival seasons. Keeping it in your cart will help you keep track of the product and

6 Thoughtful & Healthy Gifting Ideas for Fitness Enthusiasts

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If you have a friend or a relative who happens to be a fitness fanatic, and you’re left scratching your head when it comes to healthy gifting, you’ve come to the right place. Modern-day fitness enthusiasts have moved far beyond your typical box of dry fruits, which seems to be the archaic face of healthy gifting even today. In reality, dry fruits hardly make for a thoughtful gift since they don’t contain the right combination of nutrients. For this reason, we’ve done the work for you, and prepared a fail-proof list of healthy gifting ideas that are sure to win hearts this festive season. 1.    Millet & Other Wholegrain Snacks The best thing you could do for a fitness fanatic is gifting them something that would make post-workout or midnight snacking completely guilt-free. It’s no secret that fitness enthusiasts are very conscious of what they eat. A variety of millet snacks such as millet bars , millet dosa , roasted chana, and millet chikk is can give even cheat-day meals a h

A healthier choice rice or millet?

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Millets or Rice, which is a healthier option? This is a never-ending debate and yet a popular one in the health segment. While the answer is not exactly simple, we have attempted to put forth a balanced view about both the food groups and how can we ensure that we maximize the benefit from each. Making healthy food choices is a must for staying healthy and fit. India has a variety of food groups. The most used among them are rice, wheat, and millet. However, traditionally, people are advised to avoid rice if they are planning to lose weight or are suffering from lifestyle diseases like diabetes. But what is more healthy rice or millet?   Let's see: Rice is rich in carbohydrates. Millets are rich in protein, fiber, essential minerals, vitamins, potassium, calcium, phosphorus, iron, and magnesium, and are considered a powerhouse of nutrition. Millets are more versatile, and rice can be combined with veggies and dal to make it a complete meal. both are gluten-free .  preferring unpoli

Easy gluten-free snack recipes for kids

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Kids love snacking and ensuring that they eat healthily is a big task for moms. It is even more challenging if the child has some allergies or lifestyle diseases like diabetes. As parents, we want kids to eat something healthy, but kids usually gravitate toward snacks that are unhealthy. Most of such snacks are not recommended for kids with a gluten allergy or lactose intolerance.  What if we told you that a healthy snack can be gluten-free , made with less oil, and tasty at the same time? Snacks that are healthy, easy to make and so delicious that kids can’t stop asking for more!     A bit about gluten and the allergy Gluten is a protein found in wheat, barley, and rye. A few people might develop gluten allergies. The exact reason the cause of this allergy is unknown, but it causes rashes, diarrhea, leaky gut, stomach ache, acne, etc. There is growing awareness about gluten allergy or celiac diseases and if you or your kid are allergic to gluten, it is time to look for healthy