Millets: A Nutritional Powerhouse With Anti-cancer Potential

Gupta, Mansha; Asfaha, Dina Medhanie; Ponnaiah, Govintharaj

doi:10.7759/cureus.47769

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“…The United Nations (UN) and the Food and Agriculture Organization have declared 2023 to be the International Year of Millets (IYM2023), highlighting the nutritional importance of these Poaceae family grains to raise public awareness of their nutritional value and health benefits [ 19 ]. The aim of this study is to convey the nutritional advantages of millet and its effectiveness in preventing, treating, and controlling DM.…”

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Unlocking the Potential: Millets and Their Impact on Diabetes Management

Ahamed V.P.,

Joshi,

Mudey

et al. 2024

Cureus

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Many studies, including case studies, meta-analyses, and randomized trials, have demonstrated the benefits of a low-carb diet in the management of obesity, diabetes, and pre-diabetes. Numerous studies suggest that diets low in carbohydrates are safe and can greatly enhance the management of both forms of diabetes as well as the general health of those who have the disease. When used in conjunction with effective therapy, this diet can result in weight loss, decreased prescription dosages, and in certain cases, remission from type 2 diabetes. Globally, there has been a notable surge in the prevalence of diabetes cases as a result of factors such as population growth, aging, urbanization, rising obesity rates, and declining physical activity. Diabetes can be controlled in large part by diet, and millets having low-glycemic index (GI) have become more significant as they release glucose into the bloodstream at a very slow rate. Creating a low-glycemic meal mix with locally sourced ingredients is crucial for daily diet plans. Dietary changes, particularly the addition of millet, can help prevent and manage diabetes mellitus. Eating practices have long been acknowledged for their important role in promoting health and wellness through the consumption of nutrient-dense meals. The health benefits of millet, an underappreciated food crop, are numerous and include low GI, high-fiber content, non-acid-forming potential, polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs), and gluten-free status. Apart from staple crops like wheat and rice, millets are also very healthy and useful, and they have an immense amount of opportunity to aid in the global fight against food insecurity, which is a problem that many countries now confront. Millets are high on the list of recommended foods because of their many health advantages and antioxidant characteristics. Diets that are low in carbohydrates, low in GI, Mediterranean, and very low in calories are now popular. Diabetes can be managed with a nutritious diet, regular exercise, cessation of smoking, and maintenance of a healthy body weight. Furthermore, calorie restriction, the use of low-GI meals, and an increase in fiber content are all possible nutritional strategies in the management of diabetes.

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Unlocking the Potential: Millets and Their Impact on Diabetes Management

Ahamed V.P.,

Joshi,

Mudey

et al. 2024

Cureus

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“…In addition, fasting and post-prandial blood glucose levels decreased on long-term consumption of millets in diabetic patients. 6 As millets have various health benefits pertaining to these diseases, there is an urgent need of awareness for doctors, paramedical staff as well as general population…”

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Attitude and behavior regarding millet consumption in children with type 1 diabetes mellitus

Verma,

Lata,

Verma

et al. 2024

Asian J Med Sci

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Background: Millets are highly nutritious with a low glycemic index when compared to rice and wheat in terms of proteins, minerals, vitamins, and antioxidants, still the consumption rates of wheat and rice are higher than millets. Aims and Objectives: The present study aimed to know the attitudes, preferences, and perceptions about millet consumption in children with type 1 diabetes mellitus (T1DM). Materials and Methods: Caregivers of children with T1DM of age group 2–14 years were included in the study. Data regarding the preference, attitude, frequency, benefit in controlling blood sugar levels, and barriers to millet consumption among children were collected using the open-ended questionnaire filled out by caregivers. Results: Out of 86 caregivers enrolled, only 35 (41%) respondents knew about millets. In the index study, they were aware of pearl millet (94%) and sorghum (26%) mainly. Only 11.6% of the respondents recorded daily consumption of millets, 15.1% consumed millets 3–4 times in a week, 39.3% did once weekly, and 33.7% rarely. The major reasons behind non-consumption were non-palatability and expensive products. Only 29.1% of the respondents knew the role of millets in controlling blood sugar levels and reducing complications. Very few (7%) subjects knew about the new millet-based biscuits and other products. Conclusion: To increase the consumption of healthy millets by children with T1DM, it is suggested to develop various products to enhance palatability, providing knowledge on health benefits of millets, and widespread availability of millets.

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Significance of millets for food and nutritional security—an overview

Sanjay Kumar,

Nageswari,

Somasundaram

et al. 2024

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Millets are an important traditional food known for their dietary diversity. They play a key role in ensuring human health and well-being. Millets, which are small-seeded grains cultivated widely in various areas of the world, have emerged as significant contributors to this paradigm shift. They are nutrition powerhouses, that boast raised levels of dietary fibre, protein, vitamins, and minerals. Since they are gluten free, those with celiac disease may utilize them and serve as alternatives to wheat products. The promotion of these grains as a staple food holds significant promise for facing the global challenges of malnutrition, food insecurity, and environmental degradation. Moreover, millets contain bio-active compounds like flavonoids, lignin, phenolic acids reduce inflammation and serve as antioxidants. Millets have positive health benefits related to blood sugar, cardiovascular disease and obesity, and the gastrointestine. This article provides an overview of the functional role of millets as promising food for human health.

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Millets: A Nutritional Powerhouse With Anti-cancer Potential

Cited by 4 publications

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Unlocking the Potential: Millets and Their Impact on Diabetes Management

Unlocking the Potential: Millets and Their Impact on Diabetes Management

Attitude and behavior regarding millet consumption in children with type 1 diabetes mellitus

Significance of millets for food and nutritional security—an overview

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