Millet is a kind of grain, which is widely planted and eaten in the north and south of China. It has rich nutritional value and diversified efficacy, and we will analyze it in detail below.
nutritional ingredient
Millet is rich in nutrients, mainly including carbohydrates, dietary fiber, protein, vitamins and minerals.
Carbohydrate: Millet contains about 70% carbohydrate, which is slightly higher than rice, but lower than corn. Its carbohydrates are mainly composed of starch and sugar, which can relieve hunger and provide energy.
Dietary fiber: Millet is rich in dietary fiber, including soluble fiber and insoluble fiber, which can promote gastrointestinal peristalsis, increase fecal volume and prevent constipation and intestinal cancer.
Protein: Although there is not much protein in millet, its amino acids are complete, and it is rich in essential amino acids such as lysine and isoleucine, which is of great significance for maintaining normal human life.
Vitamins: Millet is rich in B vitamins, especially nicotinic acid, riboflavin and other B vitamins which are very important for cell metabolism. In addition, it also contains proper amount of vitamins A, C, K, etc.
Minerals: Millet is rich in potassium, iron, magnesium, zinc and other minerals, among which magnesium is quite high, which can promote the absorption and utilization of calcium, help prevent bone failure, and inhibit the excessive excitement of heart muscles.
efficacy
2. 1 Reduce cholesterol
Millet is rich in unsaturated fatty acids and soluble cellulose, which can reduce the level of LDL (low density lipoprotein cholesterol), reduce cholesterol deposition in human body and help prevent cardiovascular diseases.
2.2 Maintenance of intestinal health
Black rice, brown rice, red beans, mung beans and other miscellaneous grains are added to millet porridge and millet rice, which not only increases the taste, but also greatly increases the cellulose content.
The above content is provided by Tanida Meng, an advocate of natural cereal food, hoping to help everyone.