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commonly used bird feed also.
Little millet:
These are full of B vitamins and minerals like iron, calcium, potassium,
and zinc. These little millets can provide essential nutrients, which
further help in weight loss. In South India, it is a part of many
traditional dishes. Tiny millet is an obvious choice for people trying
to lose weight. It is also used as a substitute for rice. It can act as an
antioxidant for the body and it has great health advantages of vitamin
B.
(Little millet)
Millets are also divided into two categories
A. Naked Grains
Ragi, Jowar, and Bajara are called naked grains as they don’t have
the abrasive, inedible husk that usually surrounds millets. After being
harvested, these millets do not require processing. They can be eaten
immediately upon cleaning. As a result, these millets are widely
grown today.
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