Kuthiraivaali (“குதிரைவாலி” in Tamil) or Barnyard millet is a millet (otherwise called as barnyard grasses), a great source of starch, making it a high-energy food. This tiny seed is gluten-free and packed with protein, vitamins and minerals. It is an ideal vegetarian diet.

Uses:

Kuthiraivaali is a great energy source and is ideal for athletes. It acts as a prebiotic to feed important microflora in body. Kuthiraivaali is combined with legumes and used as an ideal vegetarian diet. It is used for preparing delicious and nutritious pongal, upma, dhosai, idli, adai, pulav, sambar rice and curd rice.

Calorific value: 100 grams offers 342 kcal Energy.

Nutrition Facts:

Protein-11.2g, Fat-3.9g, Fiber-10.1g, Minerals-4.4g, Iron-15.2g, Calcium-11g

Medicinal Values:

Kuthiraivaali is six times more nutritious than wheat. With a low glycemic index, it is very much useful for type 2 diabetics. It has high antioxidant activity. It controls blood sugar and bad cholesterol. Magnesium in Kuthiraivaali helps reducing the affects of migraines and heart attacks. Fiber in Kuthiraivaali protects against breast cancer and childhood asthma. 

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