Nutrition

Millets Shree Anna

A group of small-seeded grains such as jowar, bajra, and ragi that are rich in fibre and minerals and need less water to grow than rice or wheat.

Real-life application

The Government of India promoted millets as “Shree Anna” and pushed for 2023 to be marked the International Year of Millets.

Related terms

Carbohydrate polymers not hydrolysed by human digestive enzymes. Soluble fibre forms viscous gels; insoluble fibre adds bulk.

One of the three main nutrients in food (along with protein and fat). It is the body's main source of quick energy, mostly starches and sugars.

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