Description: The Barnyard Millet or Sanwa rice as it is popularly known, has high levels of protein, calcium, iron, minerals and vitamin B complex. It is also low in carbohydrates and gluten-free, making it a boon for those with gluten allergies, type II diabetes and cardiovascular diseases.

Alternative Names: Oodalu | Odalu | Kuthiravali | Jhangora

Value: It tastes similar to broken rice when cooked and is a rich substitute for rice. It is often advised to prepare millets in the form of porridge to obtain the maximum nutrients from this wonder-grain