Ragi PuttuPodilets you, have your choice of breakfast.Consumption of Ragi in large amounts helps to decrease triglyceride(An ester derived from glycerol and three fatty acids. Triglycerides are the main constituent of body fat) levels in the body. It thins the blood to prevent blood platelet clumping, thereby reducing the risk of sunstroke and other coronary artery disorders. Vitamin B in Millets helps to break down carbohydrates and fat more efficiently. It reduceshomocysteine (an amino acid which occurs in the body as an intermediate in the metabolism of methionine and cysteine) level in the blood to prevent cholesterol from bonding and forming deposits.

Niacin in Ragi (a vitamin of the B complex, its deficiency causes pellagra.) prevents cholesterol from getting into the bloodstream and raises high density lipoprotein (HDL) in the blood. This protects the blood vessels from atherosclerosis and haemorrhage. The protein structure of Millets is quite like wheat the only exception is that millet is non-Gluten (Gluten:-A Mixture of two proteins in cereal grains, especially wheat, which is responsible for the elastic texture of dough.) grain while whole wheat contains a high amount of gluten, making it hard to digest.

Preparation Method
Mix Jeevans Ragi puttupodi with sufficient amount of salt and water. Rub the mix with hand for 5 minutes to obtain desired sandy texture. Keep the mix aside for 10 minutes. Layer the mold with puttupodi mix and grated coconut. Place the mold on a pressure cooker/steam vessel and steam it for 5 to 10 minutes.

Ingredients:Ragi Seeds (Finger millet).

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500g refill pack Available at all leading department stores.

*Best before 9 months from packaging.

Nutritional Facts:(Approx:values)/100g

Jeevans Ragi Cereal Rice/ Decorticated Ragicontains an amino acid called tryptophan which lowers appetite and helps to keep weight in control. Ragi gets digested at a slower rate thus keep one from taking excessive calories. Fiber present in Ragi gives a feeling of fullness and control excessive food consumption. Ragi has a low glycaemic index compared to most other cereals, which decreases hunger by slowing down the rate of digestion.

Ragi is always pulverized in to flour and it is used for various food preparations. This also limits its diversified uses, because it cannot be cooked similar to rice, wheat or semolina. These limitations were overcomed by the technology developed at Central Food Technological Research Institute (CFTRI) Mysore. Its process is 100% natural and it retains most of the nutritional and medical characteristics of Ragi.

Preparation Method:
Decorticated Ragi/Ragi Cereal Rice is the best choice to make healthy porridge easily and quickly. After thorough washing it can be cooked in conventional method or microwave. It can also be used for preparing all those recipes that can be prepared with normal rice.For example, lemon rice, curd rice, tomato rice, fried rice etc.

Ingredients:Ragi (Finger millet)

Presentation
1kg and 500g refill packs available at all leading department stores and medical shops.

*Best before 9 months from packaging.

Nutritional Facts :(Approx: value)/ 100g.

Uppuma is a regular delicacy on the breakfast table. Celiac is a disease which damages the small intestine and interferes the absorption of nutrients from food. People who suffer from this disease cannot tolerate gluten. Ragi is a perfect food for them, since it is completely gluten-free. Ragi increases insulin sensitivity for people suffering with diabetes and also helps to control the sugar levels for non-diabetics (especially type2 diabetes). Thus, regular consumption of Ragi can decrease fasting glucose by 32 % and can eliminate insulin resistance by 43%. Hence Ragi is highly beneficial for diabetic patients.

Preparation Method:
Take a thick bottom pan and heat some oil, add 1tsp of mustard and 1tsp of black gram. Add cup of chopped onion, chopped ginger, green chillies and few curry leaves, saut till golden brown. Add chopped carrot. Pour 3 cups (600ml) of water, salt and 1tsp of ghee to the liquid and boil it. Add 1 cup (200g) JEEVANS RAGI RAVA Roasted to the boiled mixture. Reduce fire stir well till it mix together and cook for 3 minutes. Serve hot.

Try all those recipes that you prepare with normal rava.

Ingredients:Ragi (Finger millet)

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500 g refill pack Available at all leading departmental stores.

*Best before 9 months from packaging.

Nutritional Facts :(Approx:Values) / 100g
Energy Value 373.2 kcal

Jeevans Ragi Dosa Mix contains tryptophan, an amino acid which lowers appetite and helps in managing weight. It digests at a slower rate and keeps stomach full for a longer period of time. Ragi, is rich in fiber and it satisfy hunger quickly and prevents from overeating. People who want to lose weight should incorporate Ragiin their daily meals (at least for one time). Ragi contains both fiber and phytonutrients; its combination is believed to reduce the risk of developing colon cancer. Lignin-a phytonutrient in millet, converts into mammalian lignin when it reaches our intestine and that protects women from breast cancer. In fact, consumption of Ragi can lower the risk of developing breast cancer by 50%. Magnesium in Ragi relaxes the muscles that line inside the arterial wall, which helps to reduce blood pressure. It also reduces the severity of asthma and frequency of migraines.

Preparation Method:
Mix 1 cup of Jeevans Ragi Dosa Mix with 2 cup of water, add salt to taste. Keep the mixture aside for 5 6 hours or overnight. Make delicious Jeevans Ragi Dosa and serve hot.

Ingredients:Ragi seeds and Black gram dal.

Presentation:
500g refill pack. Available at all leading medical shop and department stores.

*Best before 9 months from packaging.

Nutritional Facts :Energy value 360.4 kcal.

Jeevans Ragi Idly mixcontains several health friendly nutrients that are required for proper functioning of the body. Iron and copper content in millets are needed for the production of blood cells and to improve blood oxygenation. It also contains phosphorus which is conducive to control blood pressure. These minerals, along with the phyto-nutrients can helps to build a formidable defence against all types of diseases and cancers. Rich iron content in Ragi, makes it a perfect food for curing anaemia. It also contains natural calcium deposit which strengthens the bones, if consumed on a regular basis. Consumption of Ragi helps in speedy recovery from fractures and prevents arthritis.

Preparation Method:
Mix 1 cup of Jeevans Ragi Idly Mix with 1.5 cup of water, add salt to taste. Keep aside the mixture for 5-6 hours or overnight. Make delicious Jeevans Ragi idly using idly mold and a steaming vessel.Serve hot.

Presentation
500g refill pack. Available at leading medical shops and department stores.

*Best before 9 months from packaging.

Nutritional Facts :(Approx: values) / 100 g
Energy value 361.6 kcal

Non-glutinous property of millets keeps you away from obesity, diabetes, cancer, risk of heart ailments, high blood pressure, cholesterol levels, risk of wheezing and asthma among childrens, blocks of genetic code, migraine attacks, irregular periods, menstrual cramps and nervous system.

Presentation:500 g refill pack available in all leading medical shops and department shops.

*Best before 9 months from packaging.

Main Nutritional facts:(Approx: Values)/ 100g.

Sun damage makes the skin dull and lifeless. Nutrients in millets help to boost growth of new cells to make the skin appear younger and more radiant. It also helps to reduce discoloration and wrinkles associated with sun damage. Vitamin E in millets is an amazing vitamin for the skin. It penetrates through the layers of the skin, assisting the body with the natural wound healing process. It even lubricates the skin and forms a protective layer that serves to keep the free radicals away from the wound. The high amount of vitamin E in millets can also enhance complexion.

Direction to Use:
Cook 1 cup of JEEVANS KODO MILLET with 2 cup of water until it become soft. Let it cool for 1 hour; add cup curd, green chilli, ginger, carrot, asafoetida powder, coriander leaf and salt. In a pan heat the oil, add the mustard, red chilli and curry leaf, sort it well, mix it with the curd rice. The good thing about millet rice is that it can be substituted for rice in any of the recipes.

Presentation:500g Refill pouch. Available in leading department stores.

*Best before 9 months from packaging.

Main Nutritional facts:(Approx: Values)/ 100g.