Proso millet

Millet is available in a variety of forms, suited to different culinary and nutritional needs:

• Hulled millet seeds – whole grains, ready to use, with no need for prior soaking;
• Millet flour – obtained through traditional stone milling, which preserves the nutrient structure;
• Millet plant-based milk – a plant-based alternative to animal milk, free from lactose, gluten or milk proteins.

These forms allow millet to be incorporated into both daily diets and special dietary regimes (vegetarian, vegan, hypoallergenic).

Millet is recommended as a staple or complementary food in numerous dietary situations:

• gluten-free diets and elimination diets;
• supporting digestive health and preventing constipation;
• maintaining body weight, thanks to its satiating effect;
• regulation of blood sugar and cholesterol levels;
• supporting cardiovascular health through the provision of Omega-3 fatty acids;
• nutritional support in cases of anaemia and during periods of convalescence.
   

Millet consumption should be tailored to individual needs. In practice:

• 50–70 g of dry millet per day is a standard portion for an adult;
• millet flour can be used as a partial or total substitute for wheat flour in recipes;
• millet milk can be consumed daily, either as a drink or as a culinary ingredient.

Gradual introduction is recommended for people with sensitive digestion.

Millet is generally well tolerated, but caution is advised:

• in people with uncontrolled thyroid disorders, excessive and exclusive consumption of raw millet may interfere with iodine metabolism;
• in people with multiple food allergies, it is advisable to test individual tolerance.

Hulled millet is convenient; it simply needs to be washed and boiled. To optimise the bioavailability of Omega-3 fatty acids, the grains can be ground or soaked. 

Millet flour is suitable for puddings, cakes and gluten-free baked goods, whilst millet milk is a gentle option for digestion, with a naturally sweet flavour and no added sugars.

Excessive consumption may, in rare cases, cause bloating or temporary digestive discomfort, particularly in people unaccustomed to a high-fibre diet. These symptoms disappear by adjusting the quantity and ensuring adequate hydration.

If you experience any unusual reactions, stop taking the product and consult a doctor.

Millet has no known significant drug interactions. However, its high fibre content may temporarily reduce the absorption of certain minerals or medicines, which is why it is recommended to space out the consumption of millet from the intake of these substances.

There is no data indicating specific toxicity. Chronic excessive consumption may contribute to mineral imbalances or digestive disorders, particularly in the context of a monotonous diet. Dietary diversity remains essential.

Millet and millet products should be stored in a cool, dry place, away from light and moisture. Millet milk should be refrigerated after opening and consumed within a maximum of 4 days.

• WebMD, Health benefits of millet
• Healthline, What is millet? Nutritional values, benefits and much more
• PubMed, The Nutritional and Therapeutic Potential of Millet: An Updated Narrative Review
• ResearchGate, Millet as a supergrain: a holistic approach to the development of sustainable and healthy foods