Millet has four times the amount of the essential mineral silicon 160 mg compared to wheat. Silicon is required for hair growth, blood circulation, protection from mental fatigue, arthritis and infection.
Millet provides over twice the iron content 3 mg – 6.8 mg of whole wheat and four times that of rice. Millet contains the same magnesium content 162 mg as whole wheat, twice that of rice and seven times that of white bread. Magnesium is known to reduce migraine attacks and the severity of asthma plus it reduces high blood pressure and is vital for the nervous system, memory and strong bone development.
Millet has the benefit of being gluten free. For people with wheat allergies, celiac disease and other yeast intolerances, the millet grain can provide a breakfast meal that is low in fat 4.2 g, high in fibre 8.5 g or 34% d.v. and provides complete protein 11 g, a well balanced food with a great carbohydrate supply of 72 g.
Millet is also a good source of folate 85 mcg, more than cooked broccoli. During pregnancy, the combination of the great iron and folate content makes millet a sensible food to use regularly, instead of toast. Millet also provides the mineral zinc 1.7 mg required for improved immune system function, reproductive system, good skin condition and general body healing. Millet provides copper 0.7 mg or 37% d.v.; more than meat, oysters or bread.
Millet provides and abundance of phosphorus 285 mg or 47% d.v. essential for the nervous system, memory and energy distribution. Millet is the ideal gluten free grain and substitute for wheat and bran. It is a non allergenic food.
