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Health Benefits of Ragi (Finger Millet) and 4 Easy Ragi Recipes that you must try

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Finger Millet, commonly known as Ragi, is a cereal widely consumed in India. It is a traditional weaning food for babies and one of the first solids to be introduced. Ragi is rich in calcium and helps to keep babies full for longer, ensuring a sound undisturbed sleep. Ragi helps to strengthen the bones by providing high calcium and iron. It is also beneficial for adults, be it for weight loss or diabetes.   Some facts about Ragi aka Finger Millet that you probably didn’t know Karnataka is the highest producer, contributing to nearly 58% of the country’s ragi production. Ragi has different names in different local languages , Ragi in Kannada, Hindi, and Telugu, Mandua/ Mangal in Hindi, Kodra in Himachal Pradesh, Mandia in Oriya, Taidalu in Telangana, and Nachni in Marathi. 7 Health Benefits of Ragi You must know: 1. Prevents skin aging: ●        Ragi is a natural skincare agent, and an anti-aging cereal. ●        Methionine and Lysine, the amino acids present in ragi, protect the sk

Know the Samai Rice benefits and why you should include it in your diet.

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Millets are the buzzword today and it is not just because of the 'International Year of Millets' but also because the world is just getting aware of the health benefits of millets. Millets are a group of small grass gains and one of the popular millets in India is Samai millet. Samai has different regional names like Samai (in Tamil), Small millets (in English), Kutki (in Hindi), samalu (in telugu), and chamma (in Malayalam). Sami rice is also called fasting rice, as people who observe traditional fasts like Navratri, Shivratri, Ekadashi, etc. can have samai rice. Samai is high in fats which comprise healthy polyunsaturated fatty acids.   7 Benefits of Samai rice: Samai rice is rich in antioxidants : Little Millet contains tannins and flavonoids that help to fight cardiovascular diseases, cataracts, cancer, inflammation, and gastrointestinal problems. It may also delay aging. Samai is rich in phenolic compounds. 2.      Helps To Fight Against Diabetes: Samai rice is high

Varagu Rice and its health benefits that you should know about

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Varagu rice, commonly known as Kodo millet, is one of the most ancient varieties of millet .   Varagu rice originated in West Africa and is grown in many parts of India, Nepal, Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnam, and the Philippines.   Varagu rice or Kodo millet is a drought-resistant crop and requires less water and less fertile soil to grow. They are highly nutritious and provide various essential nutrients to our bodies. Kodo millet tastes like white rice and can be a healthier substitute for white rice in many traditional rice recipes.  What is the other popular name for Varagu rice or Kodo millet? Varagu rice is called Kodo in Bengali, Varak in Malayalam, Kodra in Gujarati, Punjabi and Marathi, Arikelu in Telugu, Kodo dhana in Hindi, Harka in Karnataka, Kodon in Urdu. Varagu rice is also known as Ditch millet, Indian crown grass, cow grass, and rice grass in many parts of the country. What are the health benefits of Varagu rice or Kodo millet? Varagu rice offers a myriad of h

Millets in diet (FAQ)

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1 What are the Siridhanya or positive millets? 1 Siridhanya or positive millets consist of five varieties named little millet, Foxtail millet, Kodo millet, Barnyard millet, and Brown top millet. Well-known food scientist Dr. Khadar Vali has named these millets as positive or Siridhanya millets and recommended them for curing various serious diseases. They are highly nutritious, gluten-free, and have incredible healing properties. When consumed properly, Siridhanya millets can cure serious diseases like cancer, diabetes, thyroid and kidney diseases, and other endocrinal health issues. Moreover, these five millets can be a perfectly balanced meal and can fulfill the body’s nutritional requirements. 2 What is the impact of Siridhanya millets on the body? 2 Positive millets or Siridhanya millets work on different systems of the body and help in healing and curing many ailments too. Foxtail millet works on the lungs and nervous system. Consuming foxtail millet helps in improving the nervou

MILLET BASED SNACK BOX IDEAS FOR KIDS

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The meal plan is something that every parent struggles with. Women especially consider it a perennial question. So much so, that a woman even asked Chat GPT to help her plan a meal for her family! And the snack box is no different. As a parent you want them to eat healthily, but children seem to love only junk food. Regular roti-sabji or rice is boring and if you try and give healthy meal options like quinoa or fruits, they are bound to come back uneaten! So how do you maintain the balance between health and fun in your kid's snack box? We bring you some millet-based snack box ideas for kids that will make both of you happy! Why Millets? Millets are beneficial for the needs of growing kids. They have a strong nutritional profile and are gluten-free. Millets are alkaline and rich in magnesium, potassium, calcium, tryptophan, phosphorus, Vitamin B6, and Antioxidants. The health benefits of millets were known for generations, however with so many marketing gimmicks promoting various

Maharashtra Millet Mission and how it will help millet farmers in India.

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Millets are food for the future. In recent times, they are gaining immense popularity due to their impressive nutritional profile and amazing health benefits.  To raise awareness about millet’s health benefits, the United Nations accepted India’s proposal wholeheartedly and declared “The year 2023 as an international year of millets ”.  To make this initiative a grand success, the Indian government is taking various steps. Many states have come up with millet missions for promoting millets in their respective states. Recently, the Maharashtra state government has launched the Maharashtra millet mission with a budget of 200 crores for the promotion of millet.  What is Maharashtra millet mission 2023 ? And how will it help millet farmers? What is Maharashtra millet mission 2023? In the first week of February, Maharashtra chief minister Eknath Sinde launched the Maharashtra millet mission.  Here are key highlights of Maharashtra millet mission 2023.  With this millet mission, Rs. 2

How is India leveraging G20 presidency to promote millets

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The year 2023 is special for India. The year 2023 was declared as the International Year of millets based on the proposal shared by India and it also holds the presidency of the G20 grouping. The country is undertaking multiple events and initiatives to promote awareness around millets and one of the interesting things that it has planned is to include millets in the meal plans of G20 meetings to be held across India over the whole year. Millet awareness on agenda during G20 presidency India is currently the President of the G20, a group of the world's largest economies. The aim is to improve awareness and consumption of millets through such events and encourage the dignitaries of visiting nations to include millets in their diet.  Millets are a group of small-seeded cereal crops that have been a staple food in India for thousands of years, but their popularity has declined in recent times in favor of more widely known crops like rice and wheat. However, millets are a highly

Will millet year bring good news for farmers of India?

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The year 2023 is declared the International Year of millet and the UN along with governments of the world is looking to draw policy attention to the nutritional and health benefits of millet consumption, and their suitability for cultivation under changing climatic conditions.   Millet is one solution for sustainable agriculture and a healthy world.    Food security Nutritional security Safety from diseases Economic security   ●     Resistance to climate, water, pets, and diseases.   ●     Rich in copper, iron, zinc, and iodine. ●     Rich in bioactive compounds ●     Better amino profile   ●     Gluten free- best for celiac diseases. ●     Low GI - best for diabetes ●     Best for people with cardiovascular diseases, anemia, and calcium deficiency.   ●     Climate resilient crop. ●     Sustainable income source for the farmer. ●     Low investment