Barnyard Millet

Barnyard millet is grown in the hilly areas widely in hilly regions of Uttarakhand. 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.

Health Benefits -

• Barnyard millet is very high in dietary fiber and protein.
• Research says that barnyard millet has a low glycemic index of 41.7. Hence, it will not raise your blood sugar levels quickly.Therefore, diabetic patients can consume these millets as a substitute for rice
• As they act as a as antioxidants and detoxifying agents they protect us from many diseases, including heart diseases, diabetes, and cancer
• Barnyard millet is low on carbs and fat.Hence, it helps weight loss and boosts metabolism.
• As they are gluten free , Barnyard millet can be an excellent choice for those who have celiac disease.

Nutritional Benefits of Barnyard Millet (for 100g of millet)

(Sourse-CAR - Indian Institute of Millets Research)