Proso millet idli rava

Proso millet seeds are small, oval shaped and differ in their colour based upon the variety. They are smaller than millets like sorghum and pearl millet and have a similar size to that of finger millet.

The mineral content in proso millets is similar or slightly higher to that of other cereals. These millets are also rich in soluble fibre and its fibre content in dehulled grains can be compared with that of oats. It also contains several bioactive compounds like polyphenols that have great nutritional importance.

In addition to being a food crop, proso millets offer significant health benefits. Its nutritional constituents make it a healthy diet for diabetes and obesity. It is also considered to have beneficial effects on heart and liver health.