India's Ancient Grains
The 9 Shree Anna Millets
From the Harappan civilisation to your plate. Each millet has a unique nutritional profile, history, and culinary tradition. Explore all 9.
| Millet | GI Index | Protein (g/100g) | Fibre (g/100g) | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jowar | 62 | 10.4 | 6.7 | Heart health, antioxidants |
| Bajra | 54 | 11.6 | 1.3 | Bone health, winter warmth |
| Ragi | 68 | 7.3 | 3.6 | Calcium, kids, bones |
| Foxtail | 50 | 12.3 | 8.0 | Diabetes, blood sugar |
| Kodo | 52 | 9.8 | 5.2 | Folic acid, liver health |
| Barnyard | 50 | 11.0 | 10.1 | Weight loss, fasting |
| ⭐ Browntop | 45 | 11.5 | 12.5 | Gut health, premium diet |
| Little | 52 | 7.7 | 7.6 | Rice substitute, iron |
| Proso | 71 | 12.5 | 2.2 | Protein, muscle building |
Jowar (Sorghum)
జొన్న · ಜೋಳ
The king of millets. Highest in antioxidants, heart-healthy, gluten-free.
Bajra (Pearl Millet)
సజ్జ · ಸಜ್ಜೆ
India's #1 grown millet. Iron, calcium, and magnesium powerhouse.
Ragi (Finger Millet)
రాగి · ರಾಗಿ
344mg calcium per 100g — more than milk. South India's superfood.
Foxtail Millet
కొర్రలు · ನವಣೆ
Cultivated for 8,000 years. Lowest GI for diabetes management.
Kodo Millet
అరికె · ಹಾರಕ
Mentioned in the Arthashastra. Highest folic acid and a healing grain.
Barnyard Millet
ఊదలు · ಊದಲు
Used in Hindu fasts (Navratri/Ekadashi). Ultra-low calorie, high fibre.
Browntop Millet
అండుకొర్ర · ಕೊರಲೆ
India's rarest grain. Highest fibre (12.5g). Native to the Deccan Plateau.
Little Millet
సామలు · ಸಾಮೆ
Easiest 1:1 rice substitute. High iron, ideal for everyday cooking.
Proso Millet
వరిగ · ಬರಗು
Highest protein of all 9 millets (12.5g). Fastest-growing millet crop.