Ragi Benefits: These days, ancient grains are getting a lot of attention. Due to the fiber-rich bran and other critical nutrients that are not lost during processing, whole grains are significantly healthier. One of those super grains that has recently become popular again is ragi. With the rise in consumption of obesity-causing processed foods, a whole grain like ragi may prove to be a savior for fitness freaks or weight loss alike. Here are the 8 ways ragi can be beneficial for weight loss:
– It is rich in dietary fiber compared to other grains containing amino acids and has a low fat content compared to other grains.
– Ragi helps eliminate extra fat, provides energy and improves digestion.
– It should be consumed daily to reduce the risk of diabetes.
– Consuming ragi can keep your body cool and stable even during hot summer days.
– The fact that ragi does not contain gluten is the best reason to include it in your diet and its high fiber content favors weight loss.
– Lecithin and methionine found in ragi help lower cholesterol levels by removing excess fat from the liver.
– Ragi is high in polyphenols and dietary fiber, which reduces the risk of diabetes mellitus and gastrointestinal disorders when consumed regularly.
– Diets based on whole African millet have a lower glycemic response, that is, a lower ability to increase the blood sugar level.
Did you know that losing weight can also be tasty? Here are some ragi recipes that are good for the body and delicious too.
ragi roti
A nutritious and tasty dish, the high fiber content in this roti helps keep you full for a long time. Apart from that, stuffing ragi roti with vegetables, spices or seeds would be much more healthy and nutritious.
Ragi Upma
If you’re looking for a gluten-free breakfast to help with weight loss, look no further: Ragi upma is an iron-rich dish that’s also great for diabetics. To make ragi upma, you need an onion, some green chillies, curry leaves, coriander leaves, mustard and cumin seeds, ragi flour, chana dal, curd and asafetida (hing).
Ragi Idli
Idli is a healthier and more flavorful breakfast option and when prepared with ragi, it can help reduce sugar, cholesterol and weight loss.
Ragi also provides relaxation to your body in a very simple and natural way. The amino acid present in it helps to cool down and relax to keep you stress free. It is counted as the best ingredient to reduce anxiety, depression or stress. Once you start consuming ragi in your diet, the process of weight loss and stress reduction begins.
(Disclaimer: The article is based on general information and is not a substitute for the advice of a nutrition expert. Zee News does not confirm this)
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