Ragi is an extremely nutritious millet, that resembles mustard seeds in appearance. Finger millet is especially valuable as it contains the amino acid methionine, which is lacking in the diets of the poor who live on starchy staples such as cassava, plantain, polished rice or maize meal. Ragi millet resembles with Mustard seed in appearance. Ragi is an excellent source of Calcium and fibre. Being low in Glycemic index, Ragi is also suitable for weight control and diabetics.
- Ragi is a whole grain that is gluten-free and a staple in South India.
- It is rich in fiber that helps with weight loss and diabetes.
- It's packed with calcium, good carbs, ammino acids and Vitamin D.
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Andhra Pradesh, Bihar, Himachal Pradesh, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Orissa, Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh |
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