Benefits of Ragi: Whole grains are healthier as a result of the fiber-rich bran and other essential nutrients that are not destroyed during processing. With obesity on the rise due to increased consumption of processed food, a whole grain like ragi can prove to be a savior for fitness fanatics or even those seeking weight loss. And eating ragi in winter can reduce the risk of many diseases due to nutrients like calcium, protein, potassium, iron and fiber found in it. Ragi is beneficial in diseases like diabetes, obesity and anemia.
Let us find out why you should include ragi in your winter diet:
1. Good for digestion
Ragi is a high fiber food. Many digestive problems go away by its use. Because ragi is so mild, you can eat foods made with ragi if you have an upset stomach. It promotes digestion, gives energy and aids in weight loss.
2. Helps Control Diabetes
As a result of its extremely low glycemic index, ragi can be eaten every day to reduce the risk of developing diabetes. These nutrients also aid in the management of diabetes. Ragi has high polyphenol and dietary fiber content, which reduces the risk of diabetes and gastrointestinal disorders when consumed regularly.
3. Beneficial in anemia
If you have anemia or lack of blood in the body then eating ragi can be very beneficial. Ragi contains a lot of iron, which removes the deficiency of hemoglobin.
4. Promotes Weight Loss
The biggest rationale for including ragi in your diet is that it is gluten-free and high in fiber, which aid in weight loss. Compared to other grains that also contain amino acids, it is higher in dietary fiber and lower in fat than other grains.
5. Good for the heart
By eliminating excess liver fat, the nutrients lecithin and methionine in ragi help lower cholesterol levels. The amino acid found in it helps in keeping the heart healthy.
Hot food is the main focus of the winter diet. In our winter menu, we welcome many things that are difficult to overeat and stomach in summer. One of the world’s healthiest foods, there is no better time of year than winter to enjoy the many health benefits of ragi. Who knew that healthy and delicious ragi recipes for the body can also help you lose weight?
Here we have three ragi recipes to help you incorporate ragi into your breakfast:
1. Ragi Chilla
By substituting the flour, ragi chilla can be made like regular besan chilla.
Make a slurry by mixing ragi and water. After mixing well add salt and cumin seeds.
– Heat a tablespoon of oil (olive oil or ghee) of your choice in a pan.
Add some green chillies and onions. Spread the batter evenly by adding a big spoon.
Cook on both sides and serve with tomato sauce, pickle or mint chutney.
2. Ragi Dosa
If you always crave for South Indian dishes in the morning, then this Ragi Dosa is the perfect recipe for you.
Add 1 cup ragi flour, 1 cup wheat flour and buttermilk and mix well.
Add salt as per taste
– It should be of the thickness of regular dosa batter.
Keep it overnight and make dosa the next day.
– Serve with your favorite coconut chutney and/or sambar chutney
3. ragi issue
This dish is popular in Karnataka and is considered a complete dinner in itself.
Pour a cup of water in a large mouth vessel.
When the water starts boiling, add salt as per taste.
Mix one cup of cold water and ragi.
Slowly pour the mixed solution into the hot water while stirring actively.
Keep whisking till the flour becomes soft, smooth and lump free.
Lower the flame, cover the lid and cook for five minutes.
– To serve wet your hand, take it out, make a ball and place it in the center of the plate.
Pour some sambar around it. Serve hot and feel free to add a spoonful of ghee or butter.
(Disclaimer: The article is based on general information and is not a substitute for a nutritionist’s advice. Zee News does not verify the same)