Millets: Are a variety of small-seeded

Millets are a variety of small-seeded grains rich in protein, fibre, carbohydrates and minerals. Read this blog to learn more about this highly nutritious cereal in detail, including its type, status, importance and production. Find out why millets are the future of healthy eating! Learn about the types of millets , their benefits, and why they should be part of your daily diet. FOREWORD Millets are a traditional staple food of the dry land regions of the world. In India, millets are grown on about 17 million ha with annual production of 18 million tonnes and contribute 10 percent to the country’s food grain basket. They are nutri-cereals which are highly nutritious and are known to have high nutrient content which includes protein, essential fatty acids, dietary fibre, B-Vitamins, minerals such as calcium, iron, zinc, potassium and magnesium. They help in ... Types of Millets : In the current era, when fast food and processed food products flood the market, there is an increasing need to return to the nutrients hidden in our traditional Indian food culture. In this context, coarse grains, especially millets , are emerging as a blessing.