Select a millet variety below to discover its unique health benefits and nutritional profile.
India's most widely cultivated grain, extensively grown across Rajasthan, Gujarat, and Haryana, celebrated for its robust profile and high iron content.
Combats anaemia with exceptional iron levels, acts as a natural body coolant, supports lactating mothers, and aids heart and blood sugar regulation.
Protein: 11-12g | Fiber: 11-12g | Iron: 8-10mg | Calcium: 40-50mg | Magnesium: 137mg
One of the top cereal crops globally, cultivated in India for millennia and a traditional staple across Maharashtra, Karnataka, and Andhra Pradesh.
Packed with antioxidants, policosanols for heart health, and high fiber for smooth digestion; ideal for gluten-free flatbreads.
Protein: 10-11g | Fiber: 6-7g | Iron: 4.4mg | Calcium: 28mg | Magnesium: ~165mg
One of the world's fastest-maturing grains, reaching harvest in as little as 60 days, valued for its exceptional protein and favorable amino acid profile.
High in protein with an amino acid balance resembling eggs, rich in B-vitamins, and contains lecithin to support neural health and liver function.
Protein: 12g | Fiber: 7-8g | Iron: 3mg | Calcium: 14mg | Magnesium: 114mg
Finger Millet is universally known as Ragi across South India and Nachani or Mandua in northern states, standing as the undisputed calcium leader among all cereal grains.
Supports bone health and prevents osteoporosis, serves as an ideal traditional weaning food for babies, helps manage diabetes, aids anaemia recovery, and assists in weight management.
Protein: 7-8g | Fiber: 11-12g | Iron: 3.9mg | Calcium: 344mg | Magnesium: 137mg | Glycemic Index: ~65
Foxtail Millet is one of the oldest domesticated food crops on Earth, with cultivation records from China dating back over 8,000 years, ranking as one of the most protein-rich millets available.
Features a low glycemic index (~54) ideal for Type 2 diabetes management, reduces LDL cholesterol with high dietary fiber, boosts immunity and red blood cells with copper and iron, provides sustained energy, and supports nerve function with Vitamin B12.
Protein: 10-11g | Fiber: 8-9g | Iron: 2.8mg | Calcium: 31mg | Magnesium: 81mg | Glycemic Index: ~54
Browntop Millet is the least commercially visible but one of the most nutritionally potent millets available, gaining significant attention through its high fiber content and metabolic health benefits.
Features a low glycemic index supporting blood sugar stability, acts as a natural intestinal cleanser with very high fiber, regulates heart health and blood pressure with magnesium and potassium, and supports skin health.
Protein: 9-10g | Fiber: 12.5g | Iron: 5mg | Calcium: 34mg | Magnesium: 133mg
Barnyard Millet reaches harvest in as little as 45 days, making it one of the fastest-growing millets in the world and holding the distinction of having the lowest glycemic index among all millets.
Features the lowest GI (~43) for minimal blood sugar impact, extraordinary fiber content for weight loss and digestive health, high iron to combat anaemia, protective antioxidants, and high digestibility making it a popular choice during religious fasting.
Protein: 6-7g | Fiber: 9-10g | Iron: 2.8-5mg | Calcium: 20mg | Phosphorus: 280mg | Glycemic Index: ~43
Little Millet lives up to its name in size alone while packing a robust nutritional density rich in magnesium, potassium, zinc, and B vitamins.
Ideal for weight management with low calories and high fiber, supports blood sugar regulation through a low glycemic index, prevents constipation for a healthy gut, and provides essential fatty acids, copper, and heart-healthy minerals.
Protein: 7.7g | Fiber: 7.6g | Iron: 9.3mg | Calcium: 17mg | Zinc: 3.7mg | Glycemic Index: ~54
Kodo Millet thrives in harsh, drought-prone conditions and stands out as a low-calorie, high-protein grain with a strong polyphenol and antioxidant profile.
Supports fat loss while preserving muscle with high protein, offers antioxidant and anti-inflammatory protection via polyphenols, traditionally associated with joint pain relief, helps with blood sugar management via a low GI (~52), and supports energy metabolism and skin health with Vitamin B3.
Protein: 8-9g | Fiber: 9g | Iron: 2.7mg | Calcium: 35mg | Vitamin B3: 2mg | Glycemic Index: ~52
Amaranth Millet, known as Rajgira in most of India, is a pseudo-millet grouped with millets due to its gluten-free profile and stands as one of the very few plant foods providing a complete protein source.
Provides a complete protein source with all nine essential amino acids, supports bone health with high calcium, combats anaemia with rich iron content, offers anti-inflammatory properties via squalene, and supports mood and sleep with tryptophan.
Protein: 14-16g | Fiber: 7g | Iron: 9mg | Calcium: 159mg | Magnesium: 248mg

Millets are highly nutritious, gluten-free ancient grains packed with essential vitamins, minerals, high dietary fiber, and low glycemic indexes, making them ideal for weight management, stable blood sugar, and overall digestive health.
Most millets feature a low glycemic index (GI), which ensures a slow and steady release of glucose into the bloodstream, preventing sudden spikes and supporting effective insulin management.
Yes, true millets and pseudo-millets like amaranth are naturally 100% gluten-free, making them an excellent alternative grain choice for individuals with celiac disease or gluten sensitivities.