Finger Millet – Desi Jadi Buti, also known as Ragi is an important millet grown extensively in various regions of India and Africa. Its scientific name is Eleusine coracana. It ranks sixth in production after wheat, rice, maize, sorghum and bajra in India. In India, ragi (finger millet) is mostly grown and consumed in Karnataka, and to a limited extent in Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Odisha, Maharashtra, Uttarakhand and Goa.
Finger millet is considered one of the most nutritious cereals. Finger millet contains about 5–8% protein, 1–2% ether extractives, 65–75% carbohydrates, 15–20% dietary fiber, and 2.5–3.5% minerals. Of all the cereals and millet, finger millet has the highest amount of calcium (344mg%) and potassium (408mg%). The cereal has low-fat content (1.3%) and contains mainly unsaturated fat. 100 grams of Finger millet has roughly on an average of 336 KCal of energy in them.
RAGI – FINGER MILLET – ELEUSINE CORACANA Benefits:
Helps us in preventing and curing the following:
- It is an excellent source of natural calcium which helps in strengthening bones for growing children and aging people.
- Finger millet’s phytochemicals help in slowing digestion process. This helps in controlling blood sugar level in condition of diabetes.
- It is a very good source of natural Iron and its consumption helps in recovery of Anemia.
- Finger millet consumption helps in relaxing body naturally. It is beneficial in conditions of anxiety, depression and insomnia.
Other Names:
Ragi, Finger Millet, Eleusine Coracana.
Safety Information:
- For Natural Taste & Freshness, Keep it in cool and dry place.
- Avoid direct Sunlight & Do not Refrigerate.
- Store the contents in an Airtight Container after opening the package.
- All herbal medicine should be used under Medical Supervision only.
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