Foxtail Millet

Foxtail millet, (Setaria italica), is the second most produced millet after pearl millet and is an important food for human consumption.

Foxtail millets are rich in calories that provide energy and strength to the body to perform activities. It is considered as the perfect substitute for the healthy diet. The importance of foxtail millet was recognized as diabetic food. The millet is rich in dietary fiber, protein, and low in fat. 

Unlike rice, foxtail millet releases glucose steadily without affecting the metabolism of the body. Foxtail millets give you required amount of vitamins and minerals. Moreover, foxtail millets being gluten free, means that you can build up a strong resistance against heart diseases, cancers and heart-related complications.

Cook and Enjoy

Foxtail millet grain can be ground into flour and used to produce porridge, or a type of flat bread. It can also be cooked and prepared in a manner similar to couscous or rice.

Health benefits

Helps with proper functioning of cardiac: Vitamin B1 in this millet assists in the formation of neurotransmitter acetylcholine which helps to transfer the message between muscle and nerves. It also safeguards the functions of cardiac. The deficiency of Vitamin B1 leads to improper functions of cardiac. The patients of congestive heart failure find Vitamin B1 helpful and prevents heart ailments.

Enhances memory: Vitamin B1 helps to enhance the concentration and memory power. It helps to manage the nervous ailments such as Bell’s palsy and multiple sclerosis. It is also called morale vitamin which provides a positive impact on nervous system and supports mental perspective.

Has antioxidants: Vitamin B1 acts as an antioxidant which slows down the process of age spots, wrinkles and other age related problems that has negative effect on the organs.

Cures muscle weakness: Iron is essential for the maintenance of the health of muscles, and this millet is one of the good sources. Deficiency of iron leads the muscle to lose the elasticity and tone and may cause anaemia. Iron is found in the muscle tissues and transports oxygen which is essential for the muscle contraction.

Improves brain health: Iron, in the foxtail millet, assists in the brain development. It supplies oxygen to the brain, as it uses about 20% of blood oxygen. Iron is directly associated with brain functions. The adequate amount of blood if received by the brain helps to promote the cognition and prevents Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. Due to this the adequate amount of iron is essential for the brain oxygenation.

Restless leg syndrome: The deficiency of iron in the body causes restless leg syndrome. Regular intake of foxtail millet helps to cure this condition.