Question

Millets have higher nutritional content than wheat and rice, so they are poised to make a comeback. Find out:

(a)which grains are termed as millets ?

(b)what advantages do they offer because of which they are set to replace wheat and rice in a big way ?

Answer 1

(a) The grains which are termed as millets are Amaranth, Barnyard, buckwheat, kodu, sorghum, bajra, Kangani, and Ragi.

(b) The following are the advantages of millet due to which they are given more preference than wheat and rice:

1. Millet's are free of gluten, a protein digestion of which is very difficult by the body.

2. When we compare the protein content of rice, wheat and millet, it is found that millet has high protein content.

3. In all aspects of components of nutrients called as carbohydrates, proteins, fats, minerals and vitamins, millet is in prime position and is also easy to digest.