Meal-O-Millet: Pioneering Kolkata’s First Millet Kitchen with a Mission for Organic, Healthy Eating

  Pregnancy is a lovely experience — a period when every bite matters, not only for the mother but also for the life inside. Over the last few years, there has been a clear trend towards mindful eating, particularly in pregnancy. More pregnant women are looking towards natural, nutrient-rich foods to aid a healthy pregnancy. Among these, millets have proven to be a potent, yet largely underutilized, superfood.   From regulating blood sugar to enhancing digestion and providing long-lasting energy, millets are turning out to be a healthy and natural option for expectant mothers. Let us see why millets are becoming increasingly popular in prenatal diets and how they can benefit both the mother and child.   Nutritional Benefits of Millets During Pregnancy 1. Rich in Iron and Folate Iron and folate are essential during pregnancy to avoid anemia and aid in fetal brain development. Millets, especially finger millet, are rich in these nutrients. Adding them to your di...

Women's health needs change with different stages of life, from hormonal changes to bone health and energy levels. Among the essential nutrients-rich ancient grains, foxtail millet is becoming popular for its contribution to general well-being. Be it digestive improvement, weight management, or reproductive health, foxtail millet is a powerhouse grain that should find a place in your diet. 1. Hormonal Imbalance and PCOS Management Hormonal imbalances are a common condition amongst women, especially in cases of disease like PCOS. Refined carbohydrates and the intake of sugar can exaggerate insulin resistance, which is one of the leading causes of PCOS. Since foxtail millet has a low GI, it regulates the level of blood sugar that flows through the body, thus suppressing insulin spiking. It also contains magnesium, which helps regulate hormones and maintain menstrual health. How to Add It to Your Diet Replace white rice with foxtail millet in dishes. Make a hormone-f...

  Traditional Indian recipes are the treasure trove of nutrition and flavors when it comes to healthy eating. Consider dosa, the all-time South Indian favorite delight, bringing one both crispiness and wholesome goodness. Ever wonder how that can be taken a notch further with the magic of millets? We here at Meal-O-Millet have reimagined dosa healthier, tastier, and more sustainable with millets as this super grain includes.   Why Millet Dosa? Millets are ancient grains with impressive health benefits that once stood as good warriors for mindful eating. Millet dosa stands as a revisited twist of the classic, but takes a quantum leap forward in one's health. Here's why: High Nutrient Value: These millets contain essential vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, making every bite taste like a nutritional powerhouse. Gluten Free: Suitable for people with gluten sensitivity, millet dosa is gentle in the tummy. Low Glycemic Index: Millets are perfect for the management...

Most of us might instinctively turn to sugar for added sweetness in our diets, but here's the thing: there is a better, nutritionally more rewarding alternative that can curb your sweet tooth without the drawbacks of refined sugar. Introducing jaggery: the ancient, unprocessed sweetener that is rich in health and wisely matches the richness of organic as well as millet-based food. Celebrate the natural sweetness: At Meal-O-Millet , we always celebrate jaggery powder as a much healthier and more nutritious sweetener than sugar, thus providing you an opportunity to savor delightful flavors with health-conscious twists.   1. Nutrient-Rich Sweetness Unlike sugar, where most of the nutrients are taken away from its processing, most of the nutritional minerals and vitamins in jaggery remain. Possessing potassium, calcium, magnesium, and iron, jaggery can enhance a lot of health benefits-from immune boosts to digestive improvements. This is the reason why it is much healthier compar...

Millets, indeed a "miracle grain" with an impressive repertoire of environmental benefits, already emerged as an eco-friendly and sustainable food choice for consumption, slowly replacing rice or other grains in diets all over the world. The next section explains exactly how millets can surpass rice when it comes to sustainability with a more environmentally conscious approach.   1. Water Efficiency: A Thirst-Quenching Difference Among the most outstanding environmental benefits that millets have over rice are their water footprint. Rice, particularly paddy rice, is a very water-hungry crop. It takes nearly 2,500 liters of water to grow just one kilogram of rice. This puts huge pressure on water resources, mainly in places where water is becoming a growing concern. In contrast, millets are drought-resistant and can grow on minimal water, at around 300–400 liters per kilogram. They are ideal for arid and semi-arid regions, and the ability to grow on less water makes th...