It is an annual plant extensively grown as cereal in the dry areas of India, especially in the southern part. 

It contains high amounts of calcium, proteins with well­ balanced essential amino acids along with vitamin A, vitamin Band phosphorous.

Its high fibre content prevents constipation, high blood pressure and intestinal cancer.

Nutritional value of 100 Grams

• 80  grams of carbohydrates 13 grams of protein
• 0.6 grams of sugar
• 2.7 grams of dietary fibre
• 3.4 grams of fat
• 0.7 grams of monosaturated fat 2 grams of polysaturated fat
• 354kcal  Calories

Pearl millet plant was probably domesticated as a food crop some 4000 to 5000 years ago along the southern margins of the central highlands of the Sahara.

Pearl millet has traditionally been an important grain, forage, and stover crop primarily in the arid and subtropical regions of many developing countries.

Nutrition Value (per 100g):

• 11.6gm protein,
• 67.5gm carbohydrate,
• 8mg iron 
• 132 microgram of carotene

Jowar, another name for sorghum, is a drought-tolerant grain with a flavor that is slightly sweet and nutty. It is a good source of fiber, iron, and zinc, among other important minerals. In western and southern India, jowar products including roti, khichdi, bhakri, porridge, and flour are widely consumed and provide a healthy and adaptable choice for a variety of dishes.

Production States: Maharashtra, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh.

Nutritional value of 100  grams

• Calories: 375 kcal
• Protein: 10.5g
• Fat: 3.5g
• Carbohydrates: 72g
• Fiber: 6.8g
• Calcium: 120mg
• Iron: 3.5mg

Small and spherical in shape, foxtail millet has a faintly nutty taste. It is a good source of fiber, protein, and important minerals including iron and calcium. items made from foxtail millet are popular in southern India and provide a light and refreshing dinner alternative. Examples of these items are foxtail millet porridge, foxtail millet upma, and foxtail millet khichdi.

Production States: Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh

Nutrition Value (per 100g):

• Calories: 375 kcal
• Protein: 9.5g
• Fat: 3.5g
• Carbohydrates: 75g
• Fiber: 6.5g
• Calcium: 150mg
• Iron: 3.5mg

Little millet is small and spherical in shape, little millet has a flavor that is slightly sweet and nutty. It is a good source of fiber, protein, and important minerals including iron and calcium. Small millet products are a common meal option in southern India and include small millet porridge, small millet upma, and small millet khichdi.

Production States: Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh.

Nutrition Value (per 100g):

• Calories: 375 kcal
• Protein: 9.5g
• Fat: 3.5g
• Carbohydrates: 75g
• Fiber: 6.5g
• Calcium: 150mg
• Iron: 3.5mg

Kodo millet is a little, rounded grain that tastes a little bit harsh. It is a good source of fiber, protein, and important minerals including iron and calcium. Products made from kodo millet, like khichdi, upma, and porridge, are a popular dinner alternative in southern India that is light and refreshing.

Production States: Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh.

Nutrition Value (per 100g):

• Calories: 375 kcal
• Protein: 9.5g
• Fat: 3.5g
• Carbohydrates: 75g
• Fiber: 6.5g
• Calcium: 150mg
• Iron: 3.5mg

Round and tiny, barnyard millet has a faintly nutty taste. It is a good source of fiber, protein, and important minerals including iron and calcium. Products made from barnyard millet, like khichdi, upma, and porridge, are favorited in southern India and provide a light and energizing lunch alternative.

Production States: Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh.

Nutrition Value (per 100g):

• Calories: 375 kcal
• Protein: 9.5g
• Fat: 3.5g
• Carbohydrates: 75g
• Fiber: 6.5g
• Calcium: 150mg
• Iron: 3.5mg

Small and spherical in shape, proso millet has a flavor that is slightly sweet and nutty. It is a good source of fiber, protein, and important minerals including iron and calcium. Products made from proso millet, such as khichdi, proso millet porridge, and proso millet upma, are well-liked in northern India and provide a light and energizing dinner alternative.

Production States: Rajasthan, Haryana, Gujarat.

Nutrition Value (per 100g):

• Calories: 375 kcal
• Protein: 9.5g
• Fat: 3.5g
• Carbohydrates: 75g
• Fiber: 6.5g
• Calcium: 150mg
• Iron: 3.5mg

The tastes and nutritional advantages of different millet grains are combined in mixed millet products. Their versatility and health benefits have led to their increasing popularity as a nutritious and well-balanced lunch option.

• Production States: Various
• Nutrition Value: Varies based on the specific millet blend.

The cultivation of organic millet products is done without the use of artificial fertilizers, pesticides, or other dangerous chemicals. While they are thought to be healthier and more environmentally friendly, they provide the same nutritional advantages as traditional millet.