Organic Foxtail Millet

Description

Foxtail millet, or Italian millet, is a widely cultivated strain of cereal grass and an easy-to-prepare nutritional powerhouse. With roots in India and Northern China going back at least 8,000 years, foxtail millet has been a staple food crop for centuries, especially in dry or arid regions. Foxtail millet is a tiny, light yellow seed, and some research indicates that it has been mentioned (as priyangava) in some of the oldest Yajurveda texts, thus indicating that this millet was consumed widely even before the Indian Bronze Age (4,500 BC). Happiest Harvest’s organic foxtail millet is grown in organic farms across India and is harvested by hand, dried in the sun, and then threshed to obtain the grain.

HEALTH BENEFITS:

This tiny but powerful millet is high in protein, calcium, iron, and dietary fiber. Foxtail millet is rich in Vitamin B12, an essential vitamin for maintaining a healthy heart and the smooth functioning of the nervous system, and it’s great for skin and hair growth. Happiest Harvest’s organic foxtail millet has a low glycemic index and is a healthier substitute for rice and other grains that might increase blood sugar levels. Foxtail millet is also naturally gluten-free, improving digestion and increasing energy levels – the perfect grain for those with a gluten intolerance. The abundance of amino acids in foxtail millet also helps fight diseases and build immunity, relieving insomnia and migraines. Tryptophan – an amino acid found in foxtail millet – is digested at a slower rate and can thus prevent overeating and help with weight loss. Foxtail millet is also rich in calcium and vitamin D.

HOW TO USE:

Happiest Harvest’s organic foxtail millet is extremely easy to cook and can be used as a substitute for rice, to make porridge, or to thicken soups or curries. You can also add this versatile millet to bread, granola, muesli, or muffins, and it’ll even taste great as a base for warm grain salads.