Vol. 13, Issue 4 (2024)

Author(s):
Thodeti Manasa, Dr. NVVS Durga Prasad and N Prathyusha

Abstract:
This paper investigates millet consumption patterns and awareness of its health benefits among adolescents in the Prakasam district of Andhra Pradesh. A total of 120 adolescents participated in the study, with 78 females and 42 males. Primary data on millet consumption patterns and awareness were collected using Google Forms. Millets play a crucial role in contributing to the nation's food and nutritional security, particularly as they are rich in essential nutrients. India, being the leading producer of millets globally, produced 10.9 million tons in 2019 (Das et al., 2019). Post-pandemic, there is heightened awareness of millets across age groups. The study findings indicate that a significant proportion (91%) of respondents consume millets because they are served at home, with ragi (finger millet) being the most preferred millet among adolescents. Additionally, a majority of respondents (64%) expressed a preference for consuming millets during breakfast.