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Do you have problems maintaining normal blood glucose? Or do you often suffer from diarrhoea or constipation? Then you may find that millet groats are the solution to your problems. Discover the benefits of introducing it into your daily diet.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Millet groats are the hulled grain of millet. This cereal is one of the most anciently cultivated crops. Its oldest fragments have been found in China and date back to between 8,500 and 7,000 BC. In Europe, it was widely cultivated in the past, but lost its importance in the post-World War II period. Now it is coming back into favour again so that we can reap the maximum benefits of its valuable properties.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Millet groats – why you should eat it<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

1. Helps maintain normal blood sugar levels<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Due to its low glycaemic index, millet groats support the maintenance of normal blood sugar levels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Helps fight constipation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Millet groats contain approximately 8.5 g of dietary fibre per 100 g of dry groats. As a result, it contributes to increased intestinal peristalsis and better faecal mass formation. Therefore, millet groats can help in the fight against constipation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. It is gluten-free<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Millet groats are gluten-free, so they can be consumed by people with coeliac disease, as well as those on a gluten-free diet for various reasons. Due to its beneficial effects, it is also good for people for whom gluten is not an issue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. It is easily digestible<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Despite its high fibre content, millet groats are easily digestible and have a beneficial effect on the digestive system. It is recommended for the low fodmap diet, as well as for people suffering from irritable bowel syndrome.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Millet groats – how to cook<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
  1. Rinse the groats with cold water before cooking – this will help get rid of the bitter aftertaste.<\/li>
  2. Cook the semolina in a 2:1 ratio, i.e. 2 cups of water to 1 cup of semolina.<\/li>
  3. Add the porridge to the boiling water and stir immediately.<\/li>
  4. Cook the porridge, covered, over low heat for the time shown on the packet. After the allotted time (approx. 15 minutes), the porridge will have absorbed all the water and will be ready to serve.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    Note: Apart from stirring the porridge for the first time, never stir it again as it will start to stick to the pot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Recipes for millet groats from the Fitatu\u00ae Recipe Catalogue<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

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    Here are some examples of suggestions for millet groats:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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