Simranjeet Singh/Shahjahanpur: Actually, farmers grow many types of grains in their fields. But millet is such a super food. Which has a treasure trove of nutrients. Millet contains carbohydrates, proteins, amino acids, iron, zinc, phosphorus, magnesium, fiber and nutrients like riboflavin, folic acid, thiamine, niacin and beta carotene which are very important for the body.
Dr. Vidya Gupta, planetary scientist of Krishi Vigyan Kendra, said that millet is considered light on the stomach. For those who have problems with ulcers and acidity, millet is no less than a boon. Fiber is found in sufficient quantity in millet. Millet: Millet is helpful in providing relief from the problem of constipation. Millet is also considered a good source of protein. Millet is very beneficial for diabetic patients. Scientists say that the glycemic index of millet is very low. Due to which it keeps the blood sugar level normal.
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Dr. Vidya Gupta told that magnesium is found in good quantity in millet. It is considered very beneficial for heart patients. The magnesium present in it helps in reducing the risk of high blood pressure, diabetes and heart diseases. Millet is also helpful in controlling bad cholesterol.
How to include millet in your diet
The easiest way to consume millet is to make roti and eat it. Making millet roti is absolutely easy. Like you make wheat bread. Roti will be made in the same way. Apart from this, millet khichdi is very tasty. Vegetables can be used in khichdi. Another way to consume millet is that you can make millet laddus and eat them. You can also add dry fruits and dry fruits to make laddus.
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FIRST PUBLISHED: January 11, 2024, 14:21 IST