Nature And Taste:
Pearl millet is a cereal crop which is grown at a very large scale in India. Pearl millets are small, round and golden yellow.
Pearl millet is mainly used to make bhakri flatbread. It is also boiled to make a Tamil porridge called a kambu koozh. They are made as Dosa, idli, adai, puttu, upma, kozhukattai and chapati. In Rajasthani cuisine, bajre ki khatti rabdi is a popular Rajasthani dish made from pearl millet flour and yoghurt. It is usually prepared in the summers.
Health Benefits Pearl Millet
1. Healthy heart
Kambu contains lignin, magnesium, phytonutrients that function as a powerful antioxidant to control blood pressure and prevent heart disease.
2. Reduces Cholesterol Levels
A rich source of fibre, flavonoids and omega-3 fatty acids inhibit lipid peroxidation, which decreases triglyceride levels and low cholesterol (LDL) levels.
3. Are You A Diabetic?
Kambu has a higher, slowly digestible starch, which splits into glucose and slowly reaches the bloodstream, thus retaining blood glucose.
4. Beats Iron Deficiency
It contains a high volume of iron and zinc, which raises the level of hemoglobin.
5. Prevents the formation of gallstone
The formation of gallstones is very common. Its prevalence is more than 10 million cases per year in India.
The high fibre content of pearl millet decreases the development of gallstones due to decreased intestinal transit time and reduces the secretion of bile acid (which is the key explanation for the development of gallstones).
6. Rich In Antioxidants
They are rich in antioxidants which prevent radical damage and also diseases like cancer, arthritis, Alzheimer disease and cardiovascular disease.
7. Fights Insomnia
Regular and moderate consumption of millets thrice in a week helps your body to decrease anxiety and prevent Insomnia.
8. Good For Mothers
Millets are very healthy for mothers who are lactating for babies. Pearl Millets have 3 times more calcium present in the milk and is also a good remedy for treating mood swings and menstrual cramps.
9. Aids Weight Loss
They are rich in fiber which helps to decrease the feeling of hunger and increase fullness while eating. This automatically makes the body to reduce cravings and help to lose weight. Consuming fiber rich foods is also used to prevent constipation and enhances digestive health.
Besides having a lot of nutritional value, it is also a legendary food for poor but happy farmers. We haven’t been able to control anything in our life, however, we can control what we put in our bodies!
Common Question & Answer
1. Is Millets Good For Weight Loss?
Millets are low in calories and high in fibre content. Apart from other carbohydrates like rice and wheat, millets help to keep your stomach fuller and reduce weight.
2. Who Can Consume Millets?
- People with iron deficiency
- People with weak bone health
- Diabetic people
- People with hypertension
- To improve eye vision.
3. Who Should Not Consume Millets?
People with thyroid diseases
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