Rajgira (Amaranth seed)

It is a familiar food in India eaten on the fasting days in the form of laddus and chikkis. Recent research has revealed many health promoting facts about this wonder grain

Nutritional benefits of amaranth seed:

• Rajgira is a very good source of protein containing 15 to 17 percent protein by weight. It is a good source of essential amino acids, especially lysine which is present in higher levels as compared to other cereals.
• It has more than 20 percent of the recommended daily amount of calcium, iron and magnesium.
• It is rich in tocotrienols and phytosterols, the two phytochemicals known to help reduce cholesterol.
• This millet is also a good source of potassium, phosphorus, vitamin A and vitamin C.