Varagu/Kodo Millet

Kodo millets, or Varagu as its know, is rich in phenolic content, and contains powerful antioxidants. It is one of the ideal millet for controlling blood sugar and is best suited for diabetic patients. Varagu is used in making a variety of dishes like idly, dosa, upma, idiyappam, kozhukattai and so on. It is used widely in south Indian cuisine.

Few of the other benefits of varagu include:

• Low in fat, and high in fiber, best suited for people who are on diet
• Protects body from oxidative stress
• Prevents premature aging
• High protein content and hence best option for vegetarians on high-protein diet
• Gluten free