KODO MILLET
Scientific name: Paspalum scrobiculatum (L.)
Hindi name: Kodon
Telugu name: Varagu
Kodo millet was domesticated in India almost 3000 years ago. It is an annual
tufted grass that grows up to 90 cm high. The grain is enclosed within hard,
corneous, persistent husks that are difficult to remove. It has the highest dietary
fiber amongst all the millets
It forms the main stay of the dietary nutritional requirements. It has high
protein content (11%), low fat (4.2%) and very high fibre content (14.3%). Kodo
millet is very easy to digest, it contains a high amount of lecithin and is excellent
for strengthening the nervous system. It is rich in B vitamins, especially niacin,
B6 and folic acid, as well as the minerals such as calcium, iron, potassium,
magnesium and zinc. It contain no gluten and is good for people who are gluten
intolerant. Regular consumption of kodo millet is very beneficial for
postmenopausal women suffering from signs of cardiovascular disease, like
high blood pressure and high cholesterol levels