Health Benefits of Eating
Millets
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Reduce the Risk of DiabetesLike other whole grains, millets are a great source of
magnesium, an essential mineral that functions as a co-factor
for over 300 enzymes, including those that control the use of
glucose in the body and insulin secretion.
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Wonderful for the HeartThe importance of magnesium in millets has also been linked to
its ability to lower blood cholesterol and prevent heart attack.
With the presence of niacin (vitamin B3), they help to take care
of the wellness of your heart.
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Protect against CancerLignans are among the many health properties found abundantly in
millets. They are a useful phytonutrient to fight breast cancer.
Moreover, the high amount of dietary fiber also contributes to
the prevention of breast cancer, especially among
post-menopausal women.
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Repair Body TissuesThe merits of this nutrient-rich grain can be extended to the
substantial amount of phosphorus found. Phosphorus assists well
in metabolism of fat, body tissue repair and generation of
energy.
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Improve Childhood AsthmaAnother crucial health advantage of eating millets is, the food
reduce the frequency of wheezing and asthma among children,
according to studies by some researchers.
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Boost Immune SystemMillets may function as prebiotics to promote the growth of
microflora in the large intestine, which enhance your inner
ecosystem and aid in improving your body’s immune system. This
is a health fact that is vital to the parents, because if they
have a weak inner ecosystem, they could pass this on to the next
generation.
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Remedy for InsomniaMillets contain tryptophan, a type of amino acid that is capable
of stimulating the production of serotonin in your body.
Serotonin is a hormone that makes your brain feels good and
improves sleeps.
Facts about Millets
 Millet (scientific name Panicum milieaceum, Setaria italicas or
Pennisetum glaucam) is a common term for various grasses that yield
tiny, rounded seeds. There are 5 varieties cultivated for commercial
purposes, namely barnyard, browntop, foxtail, proso, and pearl.
Millet is native to Africa, where it has been a staple food since
4,000 years ago. Nowadays, this nutritious grain is widely
cultivated in southern Asia and has become a major grain crops in
the world.
Millet contains a mild flavor, but can be enhanced by toasting the
seeds before use. Although still not so popular in the
Western countries, millet is now starting to be introduced on the
menu of ethnic restaurants.
Millet Nutrition Facts and Calories
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Nutritional Value
of 1 Cup (200 g) Raw Millets |
| Calories |
756 kcal |
| Total Fat |
8 g |
| Cholesterol |
0 mg
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| Sodium |
10 mg |
| Total
Carbohydrates |
146 g |
| Dietary Fiber |
17 g |
| Sugars |
- g |
| Protein |
22
g |
Millet Recipe
Millet Mashed Potatoes Recipe
Ingredients:
- 2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 cup millets
- 2 cups cauliflower, chopped
- 3 cups water
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped finely
- Salt and black pepper
Preparation:
Heat the EVOO in a saucepan. Sauté the garlic and onions for 1 1/2
minutes. Add the millets, cauliflower, water and salt to taste.
Cover well and bring the mixture to a boil. Switch the heat to
medium-low, then simmer for 30 minutes. Remove from the heat, season
with the black pepper to taste. Mash the cauliflower and millets,
then put in a serving dish. Before serving, garnish with the
parsley.
Millet Side Effects
Millets do not cause any adverse reactions. The hull and seeds
contain goitrogens, which may reduce the absorption of iodine to the
thyroid gland. Well-cooked millets shall destroy the goitrogens.
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