Finger Millet, also known as Ragi is an important millet grown extensively in various regions of India. Finger millet is a nutritious cereal and is very beneficial for maintaining a good health Finger millet help in slowing the digestion process. This helps in controlling blood sugar level in condition of diabetes.
 
It has been found that finger millet based diet helps diabetics as it contains higher fiber than rice and wheat. Also, the study found that diet based on whole finger millet has a lower glycemic response i.e. lower ability to increase blood sugar level.
 
This is due to the presence of factors in finger millet flour which lower digestibility and absorption of starch. Because of its high nutritional content ragi flour is recommended as a weaning food especially in the southern parts of India.
 
Finger millet is a very good source of natural Iron and its consumption helps in the recovery of Anemia. The Ragi based foods are suited for expectant mothers and elderly due to there high calcium and iron content. Finger millet consumption helps in the relaxing body. It is beneficial in conditions of anxiety, depression, and insomnia. It is also useful for migraines. Green ragi (finger millet) is recommended for conditions of blood pressure, liver disorders, asthma, and heart weakness. Green ragi is also recommended to lactating mothers in the condition of lack of milk production. If consumed daily, finger millet could help in keeping malnutrition, degenerative diseases, and premature aging at bay.
 
 
 
 
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