Pearl millet is the most abundantly grown millet in India. It is rich in protein, fiber and minerals specifically iron and has several health benefits.
Millets are far more nutrient dense than wheat and rice. They are inexpensive and tasty too. Nutritionists now advise switching to millets from wheat and rice.
Swapping crops in India could save water, improve nutrition, and sustainably feed a rapidly growing population.
In India alone, about 80 percent of pregnant women, 52 percent of non-pregnant women, and 74 percent of children in the 6-35 months age group suffer from iron deficiency.