Barnyard Millet

Barnyard Millet is a wholesome grain over and above common cereal grains like rice, wheat, semolina (rawa) and by no means should be restricted to just the fasting days. It holds benefits rendered by millet grains, is easily available across India, is highly economical and makes a tasteful food for all age groups. Varied food preparations can be made in a jiffy with the tiny wonder grain. Barnyard millet is nature’s gift to the modern diet and sedentary activities that can lead to lifestyle disorders. Because the barnyard millet tastes almost similar to broken rice when cooked, it is called the “sanwa rice”. It does not cook into separate grains like long grained rice. The millet is tiny, white, round grain, bigger in size than semolina.

The Barnyard millet or Sanwa rice as it is popularly known has high levels of protein, calcium, iron, minerals, and vitamin B complex. It is also low in carbohydrates and gluten-free, making it a boon for those with gluten allergies, type II diabetes, and cardiovascular diseases. The Barnyard millet has the lowest carbohydrate content, is gluten-free, and has the highest energy value amongst all the varieties of millets; hence a popular choice for the health-conscious millennial generation.

It is often advised to prepare millets in the form of porridge to obtain the maximum nutrients from this wonder-grain!

Health Benefits Of Barnyard Millet

1.Low in calories.

2.Rich in dietary fiber

3.Low Glycemic Index

4.Gluten-Free grain

5.Rich In Antioxidants

6.Helps Reduce Blood Cholesterol Levels

7.Helps Relieve Constipation

8.Strengthens Immune System