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Buy foxtail millet (Navane/Kangni) online in all forms — unpolished whole grain, rava, flakes, flour, noodles & puff. One of the 5 Siridhanya millets recommended by Dr Khadar Vali.
Foxtail millet (Setaria italica) is one of the oldest cultivated grains in the world. Known as Navane in Kannada, Kangni in Hindi, Thinai in Tamil, and Korralu in Telugu, it is one of the five Siridhanya millets identified by Dr Khadar Vali as a "positive grain."
Foxtail millet is rich in dietary fiber, protein, iron, and B-vitamins. It has a low glycemic index, making it excellent for diabetics and those watching their blood sugar levels. Its mild, slightly nutty flavour makes it the easiest millet to incorporate into your daily diet.
Whole Grain (Unpolished) — Cook like rice for everyday meals. Soak for 2 hours, cook in 1:2.5 water ratio.
Foxtail Millet Rava — Broken grain for making upma, kheer, pongal, and dosa batter. Cooks faster than whole grain.
Foxtail Millet Flakes — Rolled flakes for quick breakfast. Ready in 5 minutes with hot milk or water. Healthy alternative to corn flakes.
Foxtail Millet Flour — Ground flour for making roti, dosa, idli, and baked goods. Gluten-free alternative to wheat flour.
Foxtail Millet Noodles — Healthy millet noodles for kids and adults. Ready in 3 minutes.
Foxtail Millet Puff — Light, crunchy snack. No oil, no frying. Great for kids and evening snacking.
Parboiled Foxtail Millet — Pre-cooked for quick preparation. Cooks in 8 minutes instead of 20.
Foxtail millet is called Navane in Kannada, Thinai in Tamil, Kangni/Kakum in Hindi, and Korralu in Telugu. It is one of the 5 Siridhanya millets.
Soak unpolished foxtail millet for 2 hours. Drain and cook in a 1:2.5 ratio with water (1 cup millet : 2.5 cups water) for 15-20 minutes. For quicker cooking, use parboiled foxtail millet which cooks in 8 minutes.
Yes, foxtail millet has a low glycemic index (GI of 50-55) and is rich in fiber, which slows down sugar absorption. It is one of the most recommended millets for diabetics.
In the Dr Khadar Vali protocol, you rotate one millet per day. But yes, foxtail millet can be consumed daily as a rice replacement. It is nutritious and easy to digest.
Foxtail millet has 3x more fiber, 2x more protein, and significantly more iron and calcium than white rice. It also has a much lower glycemic index, making it better for blood sugar control.
