Kodo Millet, 250 GMS

Kodo millet scientifically knows as Paspalum scrobiculatum, is an annual grain that is grown in primarily in India, but also in the Philippines, Indonesia, Vietnam, Thailand, and in West Africa where it originates. Kodo is a popular fast or upvas food in some parts of India. The millet is certainly superior to rice, gluten-free and rich in fiber, vitamins, and minerals.

Kodo millet is a good substitute for rice or wheat. Protein, fiber, and mineral content are much higher than the major cereals like rice. It can be cooked just like rice or ground into flour. It provides balanced nutrition, unlike polished white rice. Listed below are some of the popular health benefits of Kodo Millet

• Regular consumption of Kodo millet is very beneficial for postmenopausal women suffering from signs of cardiovascular disease, like high blood pressure and high cholesterol levels.
• 
  
• 
  Kodo Millet helps hydrate your colon to keep your system regular and keep you from being constipated.
• 
  
• 
  Kodo Millet helps in controlling Blood sugar and Cholesterol.
• 
  
• 
  It is easy to digest, contains a high amount of lecithin, and is excellent for strengthening the nervous system.
• 
  
• 
  It is rich in photo chemicals, phytate which helps in the reduction of cancer risks.
• 
  
• 
  It helps to reduce body weight and beneficial for postmenopausal women.
• 
  
• 
  It is good for those suffering from signs of cardiovascular disease, like high blood pressure and high cholesterol levels.
• 
  
• 
  Also, it is good for diabetics, its anti-diabetic compounds like quercetin, ferulic acid, p – hydroxybenzoic acid, vanillic acid, and syringic acid from Varagu prevents obesity.
• 
  
• 
  Kodo millets contain no gluten and are good for people who are gluten intolerant.
• 
  
• 
  Kodo millets can be used for traditional as well as novel foods.
• 
  
• 
  Unprocessed or processed grain can be cooked whole or decorticated and if necessary ground to flour by traditional or industrial methods.
• 
  
• 
  In tribal sectors, it is cooked as rice also and out of flour tribal population prepares different recipes.
• 
  
• 
  Traditionally the grains of Paspalum scrobiculatum are used in the management of diabetes mellitus.
• 
  
• 
  Grains are also useful in the treatment of inflammation, hemorrhages, and general debility.