We usually get carried away to new fancier food which were unknown to our parents/ grandparents right?
But why, are you sure you are more healthier than your grandparents?
My grandma lived till 99 years without no health issues be it BP, diabetes and even her hair were hardly white, so when I just think 🤔 how she was so healthy?
Mainly her food habits were the reason which she had on proper time without waiting for anyone and where ever she used to be the same pattern she would follow, which we fail to do so.
Let’s try and explore our desi food which has lot of health benefits which we ignore.
Bajra:
Bajra is popularly known as “pearl millet” and belongs to the family of Graminea. This grain is basically originated from India or Africa. Bajra is a coarse grain crops and considered to be the poor man’s staple nourishment and suitable to cultivate in dry lands. Major Bajra production states in India are: Rajasthan, Maharashtra, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh and Gujarat. Bajra can also used as valuable animal fodder. It is one of the major crops of China, India, South Eastern Asia, Sudan, Pakistan, Arabia, Russia & Nigeria.
Health Benefits of Bajra or Pearl Millet: Some of the health benefits of Bajra are given below.
Bajra is very good source of energy.
Bajra promotes heart health.
Bajra helps in reducing weight.
Bajra helps in digestion disorders.
Bajra may help in preventing cancer.
Bajra control blood sugar levels and hence good for diabetic.
Local Names of Bajra in India: Pearl Millet (English), Bajra (Hindi, Urdu, Panjabi) Sajje (Kannada), Kambu (Tamil), Kambam (Malyalam), Sajjalu (Telugu), Bajri (Rajasthani, Gujarati and Marathi).
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