Kodo Millet Rice / வரகு அரிசி

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Health benefits of Kodo Millet
Being naturally rich in fiber, millets also help to reduce problems like constipation, flatulence, bloating and stomach cramping. Millets are a good source of magnesium which is known to be promoting heart health. It helps to reduce blood pressure. Kodo millet is a highly nutritious grain and an excellent substitute to rice and wheat.
It has high protein content (11%), low fat (4.2%) and very high fibre content (14.3%).
It is very easy to digest
It contains a high amount of lecithin and is excellent for strengthening the nervous system.
Kodo millets are rich in B vitamins, especially niacin, B6 and folic acid, as well as the minerals such as calcium, iron, potassium, magnesium and zinc.
The phosphorus content in kodo millet is lower than any other millet and its antioxidant potential is much higher than any other millet and major cereals.
Kodo millets contain no gluten and is good for people who are gluten intolerant.
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.
Weight management : Millets makes a person feel fuller faster, thus preventing overeating and eventually helps in healthy weight management. Being naturally rich in fiber, millets also help to reduce problems like constipation, flatulence, bloating and stomach cramping.
Consuming millets helps in controlling the blood glucose level and also helps in dermal wound healing process with the help of antioxidants
Millets are a good source of magnesium which is known to be promoting heart health. It helps to reduce blood pressure. Reducing your blood pressure and optimizing your circulatory system is one of the best ways to protect your cardiovascular health.
Furthermore, the plant lignans of millets are prebiotic fiber. They are fermented in our intestinal gut by bacteria and converted to animal lignans. These animal lignans have been shown to protect against certain chronic diseases.
Millets are rich in phenolic acids, phytates and tannins which are the anti-nutrients and help in reducing the risk of colon and breast cancer. Millets also have linoleic acid which contains anti-tumor activity.
The antioxidants found in millet have beneficial impact on neutralizing the free radicals, which can cause cancer and clean up other toxins from body such as those in kidney and liver.
It also helps in reducing joints and knee pain and helps in regularizing the menstruation cycle in woman