Millet provides a host of nutrients, has a sweet nutty flavor, and is considered to be one of the most digestible and non-allergenic grains available. It is one of the few grains that is alkalizing to the body.

Millet has always been a favorite grain of mine since I discovered it in my hippy days in the 70’s!.

12 Health Benefits:

• Millet is alkaline and it digests easily.
• The Hunzas – who live in a remote area of the Himalayan foothills and are known for their excellent health and longevity – enjoy millet as a staple in their diet.
• Millet will hydrate your colon to keep you from being constipated.
• Millet acts as a prebiotic feeding microflora in your inner ecosystem.
• The serotonin in millet is calming to your moods.
• Millet is a smart carb with lots of fiber and low simple sugars. Because of this it has a relatively low glycemic index and has been shown to produce lower blood sugar levels than wheat or rice. (Kamari and Sumathi, 2002)
• Magnesium in millet can help reduce the effects of migraines and heart attacks.
• Niacin (vitamin B3) in millet can help lower cholesterol.
• Millet consumption decreases triglycerides and C-reactive protein. Scientists in Seoul, South Korea concluded that millet may be useful in preventing cardiovascular disease.Nutrition Research. April 2010; 30(4):290-6.
• All millet varieties show high antioxidant activity. A team of biochemists analyzed the antioxidant activity; all varieties showed high antioxidant activity. Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry, 9 June 2010; 58(11):6706-14.
• Millet is gluten-free and non-allergenic. A great grain for sensitive individuals.
• Millet’s high protein content (15 percent) makes is a substantial addition to avegetarian diet.