Introduction
The five positive millets:
Foxtail millets , Browntop Millets, Little millets , Kodo millets and Barnyard millets are the 5 Siridhanya (Millets).
Five positive millets:
•Barnyard Millet.
•Foxtail Millet.
•Little Millet.
•Kodo Millet.
•Browntop Millet.
Browntop Millet names in different languages are Hari kangni in Hindi, Korale in Kannada, Andu Koralu in Telugu, Pala pul in Tamil, Chama pothaval in Malayalam.
Browntop millet is not only nutritious but also very delicious. The millet is gluten free and rich in essential nutrients. It is a rich source of natural fibre, when compared to other grains.
Brown top millets(Chhoti kangi) are widely grown in dry regions of Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, and North-central India. These millets can be grown in dry soil with little water.They are drought and heat resistant crops, and their ability to tolerate shadows distinguishes them from other crops. Brown top millet is grown extensively in the United States, Asia, Africa, Australia, and China, in addition to India.
In hilly areas, brown top millet is known to help stabilise soil erosion. Because the grass is tall, it provides a shield for slightly faster crops. The process of reseeding is very simple and easy, and the seed remains viable in the soil for years, making it an impressive regenerative food for wildlife.
The other names for brown top millet:
Brown top millet, which goes by the scientific name Brachiaria ramosa (L.) Stapf. or Urochloa ramosa (L.) R.D. Webster, is known locally as pedda-sama and korne, and has a limited cultivation largely confined to southern India.
Brown Top Millet matures in 60-70 days, making it a very fast-growing cover crop. Because it grows so fast, it is able to grow faster than the weeds that it is being used to suppress. Millet is an ideal cover crop for soils with low moisture, low fertility, and in areas with high temperatures.
Browntop millet is high in nutrition and has high energy content.Browntop millet is one of rarest millets now. It is gluten-free, has low GI and so its consumption reduces cholesterol. It is rich in fibre, iron, calcium, magnesium and many minerals and is gluten-free. It is good to begin eating millets with browntop, as it has rich fibre and mineral content.
Nutrition Facts (Per 100g):
Energy (kcal):338
Fat (gm) :1.89
Protein (gm) :8.89
Carbohydrate (gm) :71.32
Crude Fibre (gm) :8.2
Sodium (mg) :71.6
Calcium (mg):28
Magnesium (mg): 94.5
Phosphorus (mg) :276
Potassium (mg) :6.0
Amazing Browntop Millet Benefits:
Browntop millet eases constipation and helps in detoxifying the body. It helps to control high blood pressure and acts as a probiotic for respiratory disorders. It is also recommended for skin and arthritis problems. Highly recommended in cases of gastric ulcers and colon cancer.
(1) Good for Diabetic Patients:
Browntop Millet has a low glycemic index (GI) which means it slows down the absorption of sugar in the blood of the human body instead of rushing quickly as in the case of rice. So it is a good substitute for rice.
(2) Supports Weight Loss:
Browntop Millet contains 8.5 gm of natural fiber per 100 gm of grains. Due to its high content of fiber, it helps in increasing the transit time of food in the gut. So, it is a better option for fitness enthusiasts who are on the journey of shedding the extra kilos and helping in attaining weight loss goals.
(3) Good for heart:
It helps to control high blood pressure.
The recent meta-analysis study has shown that consuming millets reduced total cholesterol by 8% and decreased blood pressure with the diastolic blood pressure decreasing by 5%. This has given evidence in lowering the risk of developing cardiovascular diseases thus keeping the heart health better.
(4) Helps in better digestion:
Browntop Millet contains a lot of fiber 8.5 gm% which helps to prevent constipation and reduce the risk of developing bowel disorders.
It is highly recommended in cases of gastric ulcers and colon cancer.
(5) Acts as a detoxifier:
It helps in the binding of toxins as a detoxifying agent and helps in detoxifying body and keeping the body healthy.
Way of eating:
Brown top millet was used widely to make traditional sweets, but nowadays with the advancement of technology, they are used for making ready to eat products, breakfast cereals, healthy snacks, and snack bars.
Food items prepared from
Brown Top millet:
Dosa, Idli,Adai and Pongal
Note : Earlier millets were in use in India but were replaced by rice.Now millets are again in limelight and can be good substitute for rice.
Information compiled by:
Dr. Bhairavsinh Raol
