RAGI  is a whole grain also called NACHINI OR MARUA. It is a staple food of South India.

In English, it is called FINGER MILLETS because of its appearance. 

It is very nutritious contains an ample amount of vitamin B Complex, Folic acid, Calcium, Magnesium, Iron, Potassium.

In INDIA, it has different names in different state Languages :

  • Ragi        - in Telugu, Hindi, Kannada
  • Mandua   - in Hindi
  • Kodra      - in Himachal Pradesh
  • Mandia    - in Oriya
  • Taidalu    - in the Telangana region
  • Kezhvaragu - in Tamil, etc
QUALITIES:-
  1. Rich in Fiber.
  2. Loaded with Calcium:- It is one of the healthiest sources of the non-dairy source of Calcium.
  3. Helps in controlling Diabetics:-Controls Blood Sugar Levels within the safe range.
  4. Rich in polyphenols and dietary fiber, low Glycemic Index, reduces food carvings & maintains digestive health.
  5. Anti-aging properties:- Loaded with vital Amino acids which make the skin tissues less prone to wrinkles & sagging.
  6. Battles Anemia:- Excellent source of natural Iron. Good for those with Low Hemoglobin Levels.
  7. Boost Immunity:- Rich in Vitamin C & E.
  8. Reduces Inflammation & Oxidative Stress.
  9. Boasts Nervous System:- Rich in Anti-oxidants & Amino acids. Helps in dealing with conditions of Anxiety, Depression & Insomnia.
  10. Weight Loss:- Contains a high amount of Dietary fiber. Keeps the stomach full for a longer time and prevents unwanted cravings. This in turn leads to minimized appetite weight loss.
  11. Beneficial for persons suffering from Migraine.
  12. Reduces Bad Cholesterol.
  13. Prevents Heart-related problems.
  14. Good for Liver disorders.
  15. Improves Gut Health as it contains prebiotics.
  16. Anti-Cancer potential.
  17. It has anti-microbial properties.

HOW TO CONSUME RAGI?
  • It can be eaten in many forms like
  • Sprouts
  • Rotis
  • Dosa
  • Idli
  • Ladoo
  • Halwa
  • Ragi malt
  • Ragi Porridge
  • Puttu
  • Upma
  • Kheer
  • Semiya
  • Cookies 
  • Cakes etc

WHO SHOULD NOT EAT RAGI?
Those who have a Kidney Stone problem should not use Ragi.


NOTE:- These healthy ragi recipes  I will share in my next post -Healthy RAGI recipes.


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13 Comments

  1. jonesDecember 17, 2020 at 6:07 PM

    Thank you for sharing such a valuable information...
    It is very usefull

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  2. praveenadr86December 17, 2020 at 6:09 PM

    Good information for healthy diet

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  3. UnknownDecember 17, 2020 at 6:53 PM

    Nice information about natural diets...

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  4. UnknownDecember 18, 2020 at 1:26 AM

    Though Raagi looks like a poormans millet in oldendayz but my goodness after knowing these nutritional values...am planning to include in my every day meal....Thnx beautiful blogger..for hi ing us precious information 👌

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  5. UnknownDecember 18, 2020 at 9:25 AM

    Nice blog it has all the information about ragi and it's nutritional values

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  6. UnknownFebruary 26, 2021 at 3:45 PM

    Nice blog
    It's very useful

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  7. UnknownMarch 14, 2021 at 12:52 PM

    Very useful information

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    1. Mark KevinMarch 19, 2021 at 1:37 PM

      Thanks for very valuable informations. I learnt many new things. Really useful for all.

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  8. jonesMarch 22, 2021 at 4:29 PM

    Kindly send Healthy RAGI recipes.

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  9. jonesMarch 22, 2021 at 4:31 PM

    Please send how to prepare RAGI ROTI as it's not at all coming as wheat roti.

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  10. SusanApril 30, 2021 at 7:48 PM

    Thank you for sharing this super grain. I do use it in my rotis. I didn't know the benefits of it in so much detail.

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  11. kaiserOctober 25, 2021 at 3:26 PM

    Valuable information 👍👍👍

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  12. UnknownNovember 15, 2021 at 8:11 PM

    Really such a good healthy information about ragi

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