by MBC Team
Millet,facts

Millet cooked

  • Millets are a group of small-seeded grasses, widely grown around the world as cereal crops or grains for fodder and human food.
  • Millet may have been consumed by humans more than 7000 years ago.
  • The most widely grown millet is pearl millet, which is an important crop in India and parts of Africa.
  • Prior to rice, millet was the main grain in China.
  • Millet is a rich source of dietary fiber and many minerals, especially copper, phosphorus, manganese, and magnesium.
  • Millet contains B-complex vitamins as well as several essential amino acids.
  • Millet is a good source of potassium.
  • Millet is gluten-free.
  • Millet has a low glycemic index (GI).
  • Millet should be stored in a hermetically sealed container in a cool, dry, and dark place.