Millets - The Trending Ancient Grains

Millets - The Trending Ancient Grains
Author: Dr. Kruti S. Dhirwani
Publisher: Dr. Kruti S. Dhirwani
Total Pages: 75
Release: 2022-11-21
Genre: Health & Fitness
ISBN: 9357804927

About the book: This book is a detailed guide to the different millets native to India. Millets are ancient grains that played a major role in human civilisation and were a part of our staple food until a few decades ago. However, due to globalisation and the use of other large grains (wheat, rice, and maize), millets were pushed out of our food baskets. This book hopes to simplify and propagate the reintroduction of millets into our daily diet. The history of millets, names of different millets in each Indian language, their respective nutrient value and health benefits have been discussed in detail in the book. Today, the human race is battling with 3 major problems: 1. Global warming 2. Lifestyle disorders such as diabetes, hypertension and heart diseases 3. Malnutrition in drought-prone countries and regions. Researchers have found one solution for all three problems - Millets. Who should read this book? The book is written in a simple, easy-to-comprehend format for everybody. Anyone who has a keen interest in knowing and trying different types of food can read this book to broaden their knowledge. Those who seek healthier lifestyle foods will also find the information provided in the book useful. Moreover, this book is a friendly guide for health-conscious people, nutritionists/dietitians and healthcare providers. The book also contains high-quality coloured images of all millets for a better understanding of the millets and their uses. About the author: Dr. Kruti S. Dhirwani is a consulting physician and clinical nutritionist determined to preserve health and prevent disease with clinically-proven, scientifically-tested, and age-old wisdom-verified natural resources.

Millets

Millets
Author: Latika Yadav
Publisher: BoD – Books on Demand
Total Pages: 122
Release: 2024-01-31
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1837687005

Millets are a group of small-seeded grasses that have been grown as food sources for humans and animals since ancient times. These crops are highly nutritious and have a range of health benefits. They are also highly adaptable to different growing conditions, making them an important crop for farmers in arid and drought-prone regions. Millets have been an integral part of the traditional diets of many cultures around the world and have gained renewed attention in recent years as a sustainable, low-input alternative to other cereal crops. Despite their many benefits, millets have been largely overlooked by modern industrial agriculture, and their cultivation and use have declined in many regions. There is a growing recognition of the need to promote and support the conservation and revival of millet cultivation as a key strategy to enhance food security and resilience in the face of climate change.

THE MILLETS CRONICLES (A Nutritious Revolution)

THE MILLETS CRONICLES (A Nutritious Revolution)
Author: Dr. R. P. Srivastava
Publisher: kitab writing publication
Total Pages: 236
Release: 2023-10-31
Genre: Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN: 9358689587

"The Millet Chronicles: A Nutritious Revolution" serves a twofold purpose. First, it aims to rekindle the world's appreciation for these ancient grains and their immense potential in today's dietary landscape. The book invites readers to rediscover the significance of millets as a sustainable and nutritious food source, all while recognizing the traditional and cultural contexts in which they have thrived. Secondly, this book seeks to be a compendium of knowledge, a testament to the collaborative effort of experts from various fields, including agriculture, nutrition, culinary arts and sustainable development. Within its pages, you will find a collection of insights, research, which sheds light on millets' journey from humble grains to nutritional powerhouses. As a guiding thread through "The Millet Chronicles," we explore the multifaceted nature of millets. Readers will gain a deeper understanding of: Historical Significance: Delve into the rich history of millets and how they have sustained societies through the ages. Nutritional Value: Uncover the nutritional content of millets and their potential to address contemporary health challenges. Culinary Excellence: Explore diverse millet recipes, from the traditional to the innovative, and savour the flavours of millet-based cuisines. Agricultural and Environmental Impact: Learn about the sustainable farming practices associated with millets and their potential to address food security and environmental sustainability. Global Perspectives: Discover how millets are finding their place in the world's dietary and agricultural landscape, as well as the policies and initiatives supporting their resurgence. Health and Wellness: Explore the health benefits of millets, from managing chronic diseases to promoting overall well-being. Future Prospects: Look ahead to the potential impact of millets in a rapidly changing world and how they can contribute to a more resilient, diverse, and nutritious global food system. Through this book, we aim to foster a sense of appreciation for these incredible grains and the potential they hold to revolutionize our diets. We invite readers to join us on this journey into the heart of millets, to embrace the Nutritious Revolution, and to become champions of a more sustainable and health-conscious future.

Ancient Grains

Ancient Grains
Author: Kim Lutz
Publisher: Sterling Epicure
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2016
Genre: Cooking (Cereals)
ISBN: 9781454919377

Ancient grains are making a comeback on today's dinner tables--including gluten-free options, like millet and sorghum. Super Grains celebrates the whole-grain goodness of spelt, farro, and even the humble cholesterol-lowering oat, in 75 easy, satisfying recipes. Enjoy crunchy Farro Apple and Almond Salad, Power-Packed Tomato Soup with sorghum, Teff-Lentil Sloppy Joes, and yummy Whole Grain Chocolate Brownies. It's superfood made super delicious!

Milletopedia

Milletopedia
Author: Nandini Murthy
Publisher: Notion Press
Total Pages: 293
Release: 2024-04-22
Genre: Health & Fitness
ISBN:

This book comprehensively deals with millet-based recipes and their methods made easy for usage of millets in to our daily diet to get a balanced and healthy diet. We are sure that this publication will be a useful document for all the households and food entrepreneurs as it includes traditional and non- traditional food items that can replace regular rice and wheat recipes. Particularly in urban areas where there is considerable demand for nutrient rich and ready-to-cook foods, this publication will be valuable. Millet grains were an important staple food in many ancient cultures due to their resilience in diverse climates and their nutritional values. In the context of Mahabharata, an ancient Indian epic, millet is mentioned in various versus and passages. So millet’s association with Mahabharata provides insights into ancient Indian agriculture, diet and cultural practices. Let all of us go back to roots and consider millet as Superfood and avail all health benefits and combat micronutrient malnutrition. As the saying goes “Annadhato Sukhinobhavanthu” reminds us of the positive impact of farmers on our lives and at global level creates better remuneration to the farmers, protection of resources (soil and water).

Grains as Mains

Grains as Mains
Author: Jodi Moreno
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 446
Release: 2015-03-03
Genre: Cooking
ISBN: 1465438998

Cooking with grains is a flourishing global trend. Ancient grains, such as bulgur wheat, spelt, wheat berries, and teff, are popular for the texture and flavor they bring to dishes, as well as their health benefits. This visually stylish and comprehensive cookbook satisfies today's worldwide appetite for tasty, versatile, and healthy grains, with more than 150 fresh and exciting recipes. Grains as Mains is not a vegetarian cookbook, but the majority of the recipes are meat-free, with suggestions for "choosing your own protein" accompaniments. It features a wide range of recipes, many of which are gluten-free. Where relevant, graphic devices show how to swap your grains for easy recipe variations. With warm and evocative photography and step-by-step techniques, this book takes a fresh approach to cooking with century-old grains. The book is for the adventurous cooks eager to experiment with unusual and exciting ingredients, and health-conscious cooking enthusiasts who are looking for delicious new styles of recipes. Featured grains include cornmeal (polenta), bulgur wheat, quinoa, millet, barley, spelt, wheat berries, amaranth, farro, buckwheat, khorasan wheat (kamut), teff, sorghum, and freekeh.

Gluten-Free Ancient Grains

Gluten-Free Ancient Grains
Author: John R.N. Taylor
Publisher: Woodhead Publishing
Total Pages: 358
Release: 2017-07-21
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0081008910

Gluten-Free Ancient Grains: Cereals, Pseudocereals and Legumes covers grains that are not related to wheat. This includes sorghum, the major millets - pearl, foxtail, proso and finger millet, as well as teff, the major pseudocereals - quinoa, amaranth and buckwheat, and emerging legume grains - lupin, cowpea, Bambara groundnut and marama beans. These are all characterized as gluten-free grains. The book provides key information on the sustainable production of these grains. Ancient grains are characterized by their ability to produce a crop under harsh environmental conditions where the major cereals are not-sustainable or even fail. In order to meet growing food demand, and with water resources becoming scarce, this is a highly valuable quality. Chapters review the major grains, analyzing their production and manufacture processes and detailing their impact on long-term good health. Of interest to many people and organizations in the food production chain, this book will be of significant value to agricultural scientists, food company innovation and R&D managers, academic and food company nutritionists and dietitians and governmental and non-governmental health ministries and research institutes. Provides a comprehensive overview of non-wheat grains Reviews the manufacture and sustainable production of these grains, detailing their abilities to grow in harsh conditions Analyzes the nutritional value of ancient grains and their health-promoting qualities

Small Millet Grains

Small Millet Grains
Author: Sarita Srivastava
Publisher: Springer Nature
Total Pages: 198
Release: 2022-06-21
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9811693064

This book discusses the various aspects of the health and nutritional benefits of the wonder grains, small millets. It introduces the readers to the historical use of small millet grains in the diet of humans. It further discusses the consumption and strategies to improve the global production of these nutrient-dense grains. The book outlines how the inclusion of small millet as a staple could prevent nutritional deficiency diseases, hidden hunger, and non-communicable diseases. Different chapters of the book provide information about the nutritional profile of popular small millet grains. It also includes information about the effects of processing on the dietary factors in the grains. It describes the traditional food products as well as unconventional products from small millet. It advises the readers on the best ways to consume this super-food. The book also highlights the role of small millet as a functional food. It highlights how this food can address the challenge of nutritional security.

Millets and Millet Technology

Millets and Millet Technology
Author: Anil Kumar
Publisher: Springer Nature
Total Pages: 438
Release: 2021-08-01
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9811606765

Millets are small-grained, annual, warm weather cereal. The millets offer both nutritional and livelihood security of human population and fodder security of diverse livestock population in dryland region of India. Millets are highly nutritious, they are known as health foods especially for control of diabetes and mineral deficiencies. One of the major factors for declining consumption of millets is the lack of awareness of their nutritive value and inconvenience of their preparation. This book covers both, chemistry and novel technology for millet processing and development. It summarizes the latest information on millets, their nutritional and health benefits, historical perspective, utilization, R&D efforts, present status and the importance being given by policy makers for promoting millets for sustainable agriculture and healthy society. The book is compiled by various experts keeping in view syllabi of different research institutions, researchers, students as well requirement of the industry. It will serve as instructional material for researchers in food science, microbiology, process engineering, biochemistry, biotechnology and reference material for those working in industry and R & D labs.

Millets and Pseudo Cereals

Millets and Pseudo Cereals
Author: Mohar Singh
Publisher: Woodhead Publishing
Total Pages: 224
Release: 2020-09-20
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0128204052

Millets and Pseudo Cereals is the first comprehensive resource to focus on the potential crop improvements through genetic enhancements. The choice of food crop for a region is primarily determined by the conditions of climate and soil. Once labelled as orphan crops, millets and pseudo-cereals are now known as miracle grains due to their adaptation to harsh conditions and high nutritional quality. Small millets and pseudo-cereals are now seen to occupy special niches through their ability to adapt to challenging conditions. These crops have a comparative advantage in marginal lands where they withstand stress conditions and contribute to sustainable production. They also contribute to the diversity-richness and production stability of agro-ecosystems. Millets include sorghum, pearl millet, finger millet, foxtail millet, proso millet, barnyard millet, little millet and kodo millet while the other group which are not cereals but consumed as cereals and generally referred as pseudo-cereals comprises of grain amaranths, buckwheat and chenopods. Millets and Pseudo Cereals presents current information on the genetic architecture of important economic traits and the genomic resources for gene enabled breeding. This compilation contains information on the global status, available germplasm resources, nutritional value, breeding advancements, genomics applications and sustainability of agriculture through millets and pseudo-cereals cultivation. This book is a valuable resource for those conducting research and exploring new areas for advancing crop genetic understanding. Explores the current challenges of pseudo-cereal production and how that can be overcome by developing genetic and breeding resources using appropriate germplasm Provides holistic information on millets and pseudo-cereals Features global perspectives from an international contributing team of authors