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Unpolished Barnyard millet or Sanwa rice as it is popularly known is a fast-growing cereal. It is grown in less fertile lands where other crops cannot be cultivated. Barnyard Millet is a tiny white-shaped seed that grows naturally in Uttarakhand, India. Barnyard millet tastes almost like broken rice when cooked. It is a staple food for some communities in India where it is consumed during religious fasting.

 

Barnyard Millet known by different names in different regions across India, known as Shyama in Bengal, Moraiyo in Gujarat, Sanwa rice in Hindi, Oodalu in Karnataka, Kuthiraivolly in Tamil Nadu, Udalu in Andra Pradesh and Jhangora in Uttarakhand.

 

The Barnyard millet has high levels of protein, which is highly digestible and is an excellent source of dietary fibre with good amounts of soluble and insoluble fractions. It is a rich source of calcium, iron, minerals, and vitamin B complex. It is also low in carbohydrates and slowly digestible and glutenfree; making it a boon for those with gluten allergies, type II diabetes, and cardiovascular diseases. Barnyard millet recorded the lowest blood glucose, serum cholesterol and triglycerides compared to other millets.

 

Nutritional Value of Unpolished Barnyard millet

It includes the following nutrition per 100 g representing:

Calories

300 kcal

Fat

3.6 g

Dietary Fibre

13.6 g

Protein

11 g

Carbohydrate

55 g

Calcium

22 mg

Vitamin B1

0.33 mg

Iron

18.6 mg

Vitamin B2

0.10 mg

Vitamin B3

4.2 mg

 

Benefits of Barnyard MilletMillet fibre prevents surplus gas, constipation, and extraneous stomach cramps. Barnyard millet enhances carbohydrate sensitivity in diabetes patients and also assists to lower blood sugar. Barnyard millet is a rich source of iron and helps increase haemoglobin globin blood levels. The millet fibre aid in keeping the body feeling full. Barnyard millets are full of antioxidants, which assist in the treatment of different ailments and health problems. FlavourBarnyard MilletWeight500 GramsBrandGrandmaa MilletsSpecialtyNatural / OrganicPackage Weight0.550Material FeatureVegetarian

Barnyard Millet (Unpolished)

₹150.00 Regular Price
₹130.00Sale Price
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