Foxtail Millet also known as 'राळं' in Maharashtra is an ancient variety of millet crop. Traditionally khichdis, kheer and upmas is still being made today in dry regions of Maharashtra where राळं / foxtail millet is still grown.

 Foods like these are reasons why traditionally people in villages have been living a long lifetime without any ailments like diabetes and blood pressure. It has a low glycemic index and is gluten free. It is versatile as a grain and a variety of dishes like idlis, dosas, sheera, upma, khichdis, cutlets, dhoklas and lot more can be made for it.

Benefits

Excellent for heart health, recommended to diabetes patients, controls blood sugar, aids in weight loss, gluten free, filled with vitamins and minerals.