Sprouted Ragi Malt

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Benefits of Sprouted Ragi Malt are as follows:

Ragi has high protein content:

The grain’s protein content is comparable to that of rice. However, some ragi varieties have shown double that level. More importantly, this protein content is quite unique. The main protein fraction is Eleusinian, which has a high biological value, meaning that it is easily incorporated into the body. There are also significant quantities of tryptophan, cysteine, methionine and total aromatic amino acids. If that sounds too complicated, all you need to know is that these are considered crucial to human health and that most cereals are deficient in these components. This high protein content makes finger millet a very important factor in preventing malnutrition. The cereal can be an especially good source of protein for vegetarians because of its methionine content that constitutes about 5% of the protein.

Ragi is a rich source of minerals:

Ragi is also a very rich source of minerals. It has been found to have between 5-30 times the calcium content found in other cereals. It is also rich in phosphorus, potassium, and iron. Calcium is, of course, an important component in maintaining bone density and health. Thus, finger millet would be a healthier alternative to over-the-counter supplements, especially for people who might be at risk of osteoporosis or low hemoglobin levels.

The study, “The Lost Crops of Africa,” published by the United States National Academies sees finger millet as a potential “super cereal” and points out that “the world’s attitude towards finger millet must be reversed.

Ragi controls diabetes:

The rapid rise in the prevalence of diabetes has led to a great demand for foods containing complex carbohydrates with high dietary fiber levels and beneficial phytochemicals. Phytochemicals are a varied group of chemical compounds derived from plants, which are considered to be important factors in our capacity to combat the disease. All these components are usually found in the outer layer of the grain or the seed coat, and so, it is generally a good idea to consume whole grains.

Especially with finger millet, the grain’s seed coat is richer in polyphenols as compared to grains such as barley, rice, maize, and wheat. For example, it has 40 times the phenolic content of rice and 5 times that of wheat. Among the millets, it is comparable to foxtail millet, and second only to Kodo millet. Initial studies have also shown that finger millet controls blood glucose levels and hyperglycemia and oxidative stress. Finger millet has also shown promise in accelerating wound healing among diabetics.

Ragi has anti-cancer potential:

Finger millet is also rich in antioxidants, which have sort of become a byword in health books today. Antioxidants prevent excessive oxidation (how surprising!), which could otherwise cause cancer and aging because of cell damage. The phenolic acids, flavonoids, and tannins present in finger millet seed coats have very effective antioxidant properties. In general, it has been shown that people on millet-based diets have lower incidences of esophageal cancer than those on wheat or maize-diets.

Ragi keeps you young:

Aside from the phenolic content and antioxidants which are important factors in preventing aging, finger millet and Kodo millet have specifically shown potential in inhibiting cross-linking of collagen. Collagen cross-linking is the process by which cross-links form.