Kodo millet is also known as Kodon (in Hindi), Haarka (in Kannada), Arikelu (in Telugu), and Varagu (in Tamil).

• Kodo millet can be used as a healthier alternative to rice and can be easily cooked in a microwave etc.

• It is a gluten free whole grain, has essential fatty acids and is rich in antioxidants.

• Kodo millet is good for diabetes patients as it has a low glycemic index hence it is slowly digested, absorbed and metabolized and causes a lower and slower rise in blood glucose. It also helps in lowering cholesterol level.