Organic Pearl Millet - Bajra ~ Raw / Natural ~ Vegan ~ Unpolished (2 Lb / 907g)

Organic Pearl Millet - Bajra ~ Raw / Natural ~ Vegan ~ Unpolished (2 Lb / 907g)

Ingredients : Organic Pearl Millet - Bajra

Scientific Name: Pennisetum Glaucum

USDA Certified Organic

This greenish grain is one of the most popular millets and is grown in Indian States of Rajasthan, Haryana and Uttar Pradesh. It is also known as kambu, sajjalu, sajja or sajje.

Pearl millet is a crop suitable for cultivation in drought-prone areas with low soil fertility and high temperatures. This millet is essentiallyknown for its high content of phytochemicals and minerals like magnesium, copper and zinc. It also contains unsaturated fatty acids whichare considered to be good fats.

This naturally gluten-free grain is low in calories and packed with healthy nutrients that may aid weight loss, improve bloodsugar levels and help support healthy hair, skin and nails owing to their protein content.

Bajra also helps overcome fatigue, improves digestion and is a natural detoxifier. It is said to boost bone health.

Pearl millet is rich in protein and is an excellent source of plant-based protein. Its B vitamins are particularly useful in preventing hair loss. It is naturally gluten-free, making it suitable for people with gluten sensitivity and Celiac disease. Another advantageof pearl millet is that it is loaded with omega-3 fatty acids and other nutritional fatty acids good for our heart health and generalwell-being. Bajra is high in antioxidants, polyphenols and phytochemicals that contribute to optimal health for humans.

Rich in micronutrients such as iron, calcium, zinc, copper, potassium, magnesium, phosphorus, manganese and B-vitamins it has the highest proportion of niacin in it among cereals. Bajra, therefore, is an excellent cereal option for a healthy diet or as asubstitute for wheat. You can also blend bajra with wheat to boost its goodness

Pearl Millet is used in making breads, rotis and also many healthy eaters make khichdi and porridge out of it.