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Foxtail Millet Flour (Kangni)

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Weight 500gm 1KG

Foxtail Millet (Kangni) & Flour: The Steady Energy Super-Grain

Pure Nutrition in Every 100g:

Protein (12.3g): Comparable to quinoa, providing essential amino acids for muscle repair and sustained strength.
Dietary Fiber (6.7g - 8g): Contains nearly 16 times the fiber of white rice, promoting flawless digestion and a healthy gut microbiome.
Complex Carbohydrates (~63g): Delivers slow-release energy without causing sudden sugar crashes.
Vital Minerals: A rich source of Magnesium (81mg - 114mg) and Iron (2.8mg) to actively combat fatigue and protect cardiovascular health.

Why Your Body Loves It:

Naturally gluten-free and easily digestible, Foxtail Millet is a true metabolic powerhouse. With a remarkably low Glycemic Index (50–55), it acts as a natural blood sugar regulator, making it the perfect daily staple for diabetic-friendly diets. Furthermore, the dense combination of high protein and fiber instantly curbs hunger, keeping you full, energized, and actively supporting healthy weight management.

True to our promise—Nothing Added, Nothing Taken Away—we mill our Foxtail flour fresh from whole, unpolished grains, retaining every ounce of its natural bran and germ so you experience pure, unadulterated wellness in every meal.

Here is the precise nutritional breakdown of Foxtail Millet (Setaria italica) per 100 grams of edible portion.

These figures are compiled from peer-reviewed literature, including data from the Journal of Food Science and Technology and the Indian Institute of Millets Research (IIMR), ensuring the information is strictly scientific and not sourced from commercial marketing material.

Macronutrients (per 100g)

Nutrient	Scientific Average	Clinical Significance
Energy	331 kcal	Provides dense, slow-burning caloric energy.
Carbohydrates	60.9g	Composed largely of slowly digestible starch and resistant starch, which prevents rapid spikes in blood glucose.
Protein	12.3g	Contains a high proportion of essential amino acids, particularly leucine and methionine, making it superior to standard white rice.
Dietary Fiber	8.0g	Highly concentrated in insoluble fiber, which accelerates intestinal transit and supports the gut microbiome.
Total Fat / Lipids	4.3g	Primarily composed of healthy unsaturated fatty acids, including linoleic acid, which is vital for cardiovascular health.

Micronutrients (per 100g)

Nutrient	Scientific Average	Clinical Significance
Calcium	31.0 mg	Essential for bone density and enzymatic functions.
Iron	2.8 mg	Critical for hemoglobin synthesis. Note: The bioavailability of iron in millets is enhanced when soaked or fermented.
Zinc	2.4 mg	Vital for immune function, DNA synthesis, and cellular repair.
Magnesium	81.0 mg	Acts as a cofactor in more than 300 enzyme systems regulating diverse biochemical reactions in the body, including muscle and nerve function.
Phosphorus	290.0 mg	Works synergistically with calcium to build strong bones and teeth.

Vitamins & Antioxidants (per 100g)

Thiamine (Vitamin B1): 0.59 mg
Riboflavin (Vitamin B2): 0.11 mg
Niacin (Vitamin B3): 3.2 mg
Phenolic Compounds: Scientific studies frequently highlight foxtail millet for its high concentration of phenolic acids (like ferulic and p-coumaric acid). These act as powerful antioxidants that reduce oxidative stress and cellular inflammation.

The key scientific consensus to highlight is:

Foxtail millet is categorized clinically as a low Glycemic Index (GI) food. Research indicates that its specific matrix of resistant starch, high protein, and dense phenolic antioxidants actively delays gastric emptying and slows glucose absorption, making it a scientifically validated staple for metabolic and glycemic management.

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