Barnyard millet (1/2 Kg) ORGANIC

Processing of Sprout-Activated Millet at Goodness Farm (patented):

Cleaning and Soaking:

1. Thorough Cleaning:
   • Begin the processing by thoroughly cleaning millet grains to remove any impurities, ensuring a clean and safe product.
2. Washing:
   • Wash the cleaned millet grains to eliminate dust and contaminants, promoting hygiene and quality.
3. Soaking with Lime Juice or Papain:
   • Soak the cleaned millet in water, incorporating lime juice or papain from raw papaya during soaking. This step helps reduce antinutrients, enhancing the nutritional quality of the millet.
4. Rinsing, Dehusking, and Second Soak:
   • Rinse the soaked millet thoroughly to remove any residual substances. Dehusk the millet to prepare it for the germination process. Subsequently, soak the dehusked millet again, initiating the germination phase.

Draining and Sprouting:

5. Draining:
   • After the second soak, drain the millet to remove excess water and prepare it for the sprouting process.
6. Sprouting in a Controlled Environment:
   • Allow the drained millet to sprout in a controlled environment that is warm and moist. This environment facilitates the development of tiny sprouts, enriching the millet with beneficial nutrients. As soon as the sprout emerges, the process is halted and dried.

Drying:

7. Achieving Desired Sprouting Level:
   • Monitor and achieve the desired level of sprouting before proceeding to the drying phase. This ensures the millet has undergone sufficient sprouting, unlocking its nutritional potential.
8. Low-Temperature Drying:
   • Dry the sprouted millet at low temperatures. This drying process halts further sprouting while preserving the nutritional content of the millet.

Benefits of Sprout-Activated Millet:

Increased Nutrient Content:

9. Enzyme Activation:
   • Sprouting activates enzymes, leading to an enhanced nutritional profile with increased levels of vitamins, minerals, and amino acids.

Improved Digestibility:

10. Reduction of Anti-nutrients:
    • Sprout activating contributes to the reduction of anti-nutrients, enhancing bioavailability and improving overall digestibility.

Enhanced Enzyme Activity:

11. Active Enzymes:
    • Active enzymes in sprouted millet aid in the digestion and absorption of nutrients, promoting better digestive health.

Antioxidant Content:

12. Combatting Oxidative Stress:
    • Sprout activated millet may exhibit higher antioxidant activity, helping combat oxidative stress in the body.

Potential Blood Sugar Regulation:

13. Lower Glycemic Index:
    • Studies suggest a potential reduction in the glycemic index of sprout activated millets, can be beneficial for managing blood sugar levels.

Rich in Fiber:

14. Supporting Digestive Health:
    • Even in its sprouted form of millet is a good source of dietary fiber. Sprouting further enhances its fiber content, supporting digestive health and providing a feeling of fullness.

Gluten-Free and Non-Allergenic:

15. Suitable for Special Diets:
    • Naturally gluten-free and non-allergenic, making sprout activated millet suitable for those with gluten sensitivity or food allergies.

Versatile Culinary Use:

16. Nutty Flavor and Chewy Texture:
    • Due to its nutty flavor and slightly chewy texture, sprout activated millet can be incorporated into various dishes, including salads, porridges, and baked goods, adding both nutrition and taste to a variety of recipes.