Millet is a kind of grain, which is widely planted and eaten in the north and south of China. Rich in nutritional value and diverse in efficacy, let's analyze it in detail below.

nutritional ingredient

Millet is rich in nutrients, mainly including carbohydrates, dietary fiber, protein, vitamins and minerals.

Carbohydrate: Millet contains about 70% carbohydrate, slightly higher than rice, but lower than corn. Its carbohydrates are mainly composed of starch and sugar, which can relieve hunger and provide energy.

Dietary fiber: Millet is rich in dietary fiber, including soluble fiber and insoluble fiber, which can promote gastrointestinal peristalsis, increase fecal volume and prevent constipation and intestinal cancer.

Protein: Although there are not many protein, millet is full of amino acids, rich in lysine, isoleucine and other essential amino acids, which is of great significance for maintaining normal human life.

Vitamins: Millet is rich in B vitamins, especially nicotinic acid, riboflavin and other B vitamins which are very important for cell metabolism. In addition, it also contains proper amount of vitamins A, C, K, etc.

Minerals: Millet is rich in minerals such as potassium, iron, magnesium and zinc, among which magnesium content is quite high, which can promote the absorption and utilization of calcium, help prevent bone failure and inhibit myocardial overexcitation.

efficacy

2. 1 Reduce cholesterol

Millet is rich in unsaturated fatty acids and soluble cellulose, which can reduce the level of LDL (low density lipoprotein cholesterol), reduce cholesterol deposition in human body, and help prevent cardiovascular diseases.

2.2 Maintenance of intestinal health

Adding coarse grains such as black rice, brown rice, red beans and mung beans to millet porridge and rice not only improves the taste, but also greatly increases the cellulose content.

The above content is provided by Gu Tianmeng, an advocate of natural cereal food, hoping to help everyone.