Whole grain
Millet
A soft, gluten-free ancient grain that gives gentle, steady energy and is easy on digestion.
🌱 What it is
Millet is a small, round, gluten-free grain that has fed people across Africa and Asia for thousands of years, with a mild, slightly nutty flavor.
✨ How it may help
- May help support steady, gentle energy
- May help support easy digestion
- May help supply magnesium and B vitamins
- May help support healthy blood sugar levels
🥄 How to use it
Simmer like rice for a fluffy side, or cook with extra water for a creamy breakfast porridge.
🥗 Nutrition
Per 1 cup cooked (174g) · about 207 calories
- Magnesium 77mg
- Fiber 2.3g
- Protein 6g
- Phosphorus 174mg
Source: USDA FoodData Central
⚖️ Caution
Very large daily amounts of millet may affect thyroid function in people who are iodine-deficient; ordinary servings are fine. Increase its fiber gradually with water to avoid bloating. Rinse before cooking and choose plain millet rather than sweetened mixes.
🍃 A note from nature
One of the oldest cultivated grains, thriving in dry, difficult ground where it has quietly sustained whole villages.