Ragi - The Ultimate Winter food
Ragi is a gluten-free grain that is high in protein and iron. It has been used as a staple food in India for centuries. Ragi is called the ultimate winter food as it keeps you warm during chilly winters. During winter time, our bodies require a good amount of nutrition which ragi can easily provide due to its rich nutritional profile.
Ragi is an excellent part of any diet but as the temperature drops, it has a few specific qualities that make it a fantastic winter food.
One is that it's a warming food. A cup of ragi has about 200 calories, with 58 percent coming from carbohydrates and no fat. It's a good source of fiber and iron. It has a mild taste but with enough spices can be made to taste like almost any other grain. Ragi also goes well with curries, soups, and stews which makes it an excellent choice for cold-weather cooking. There are no dairy, eggs, or gluten in Ragi and this makes it a fantastic grain substitution for people who are vegan or who need to follow these diets.
Why Should You Consume Ragi In Winters
Ragi is a traditional food in India and is consumed widely during winter. It provides the necessary energy for the body to fight against cold.
Ragi is made from grain that has been soaked in water overnight, ground into a paste, and then strained through a cloth.
It has many health benefits as it helps to maintain weight, prevents constipation, boosts immunity, and also helps with digestion. It also reduces cholesterol levels and improves bone density.
Benefits of Ragi (Finger Millet), especially in the winter season!
One of the main benefits of Ragi is that it provides a rich source of carbohydrates, which are essential for our body. It also contains a lot of proteins and minerals like calcium, iron, zinc, magnesium, and phosphorus.
Apart from this, Ragi is also easy to digest. Hence it can be consumed by people who have stomach problems or are on a diet.
It can also be used as an alternative to wheat flour in many recipes such as pancakes, cakes, or biscuits since it has similar properties to wheat flour.
Diabetes
Diabetes affects almost 422 million people worldwide. Carbohydrate-rich diets can significantly increase blood sugar levels. Carbohydrates are fully broken down by pancreatic amylase, which is secreted by the pancreas. The liver converts excess glucose into glycogen. It can also convert other substances such as lactate, amino acids, and ketones into glucose for use in the body.
Ragi is a complex carbohydrate which takes longer to break down which helps slower absorption of the sugars. Ragi helps in maintaining balanced blood sugar levels and also keeps you healthy by stabilizing the bloodstream.
This is very good grain to consume for diabetics
Weight loss
Ragi is a food grain that is slower to digest and contains bulky fibers that make you feel full for a longer period. Some of the nutritional contents of ragi also help in the management and reduction of weight.
Bone health
Amongst the plant-based food, ragi is the richest source of calcium. Calcium is an essential mineral for maintaining bone health. Ragi is an excellent natural source of calcium and vitamin D for children and aging people. It helps in bone development in children and bone health maintenance in adults.
Immunity Booster
Finger Millet is an excellent source of iron, zinc, and magnesium which help improve one’s immunity.
Treatment of Asthma
Finger millets are rich in vitamins B1 and B2. They also contain a good amount of vitamin C which helps to increase the immune system. Vitamin A, D, E and B6 are present in finger millets. This is because ragi do not contain any allergens that can arouse wheezing or other symptoms of asthma.
Digestion
Finger millets are also a great source to improve digestion. They improve digestion by alleviating gas, bloating, cramping, and constipation. Good digestion in turn also prevents the occurrence of cancer of the colon, kidney, or liver. Some studies have shown Ragi has a high content of carbohydrates and fiber which can be beneficial to your digestive system.
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