Everything About Millet (grain) in 1 Min.
- Jonny Ross
- Dec 8, 2022
- 1 min read
What is it?
Cereal whole grains / ancient grains
Lots of different types but pearl millet is most popularly sold
What's in it?
One cup of cooked millet
Carbs: 41 grams
Fiber: 2.2 grams
Protein: 6 grams
Fat: 1.7 grams
Significant Daily values of
Phosphorus: Magnesium: Folate: Iron:
Rich in antioxidants
Impressive essential amino acid profile
Tons of great nutrients and minerals
BUT!
Anti nutrient profile = phytic acid and thyroid disruptors, stealing minerals and reducing absorption of nutrients
How To Fix That?
Soaking overnight before cooking is best to reduce anti-nutrients
Sprouting can further enhance nutrient profile and further reduce anti-nutrients
Gluten Free?
YES!
Will It Make You Fat?
Probably not, should help with weight loss
Blood Sugar?
Good fiber source and low GI of 53 - not likely to spike BS
Inflammatory?
Most likely anti-inflammatory
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