Vol. 12, Issue 4 (2023)

Author(s):
Dr. Niharika Shukla, Dr. Pooja Chaturvedi, Dr. Rashmi Shukla and Dr. Neha Sharma

Abstract:
India is the leading country in the production of millets which are often referred to as coarse cereals. Important millets grown in India are finger millet, pearl millet, sorghum, barnyard millet, foxtail millet, kodo millet, proso millet and little millet. After realizing the nutritional composition and their beneficial effects on the human health, these millets are popularly known as Nutri-cereals or Nutrition rich grains. These millets are highly nutritious and composed of vital minerals and vitamins, like vitamin B, potassium, calcium, zinc, iron and magnesium. Millets are also gluten-free and have a low Glycemic index (GI), which are best suitable for diabetic patients. These nutri-cereals are an excellent source of starch, protein and fibre.