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Millet

Ancient gluten-free grain; a mineral-rich staple across Africa and Asia.

Benefits

Key compounds

Magnesiumphosphorusfiberpolyphenolsresistant starchB vitamins

May help with

Best for these goals

Heart healthblood sugar balanceenergygut health

How to use it

Cook as porridge or pilaf, use in flatbreads, stir into soups, or bake with millet flour

Evidence level

Traditional/Established

Cautions & interactions

Mildly goitrogenic in very large raw amounts (thyroid caution); well tolerated cooked
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