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This Is Why You Should Include Ragi In Your Diet

Ragi is loaded with antioxidants which help your body to fight against the free radicals and thus slow down the ageing process. Antioxidants also help reduce the risk of Cancer.

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Ragi is a very good source of natural iron. Ragi based foods are highly suited for pregnant and lactating mothers and elderly too due to its high calcium and iron content.

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Ragi is rich in magnesium content. Magnesium lowers our body’s insulin resistance and thus helps maintain blood sugar levels.

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Ragi, being gluten free, is an excellent option for people with Gluten sensitive enteropathy or celiac disease. Also, it is a widely consumed grain for those who are fitness freaks.

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Ragi is rich in both soluble and insoluble fibre. This fibre helps keep us full for longer hours, thus relieving constipation.

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Ragi helps in relaxing the body naturally. It is beneficial for conditions like blood pressure, anxiety, depression, migraines, liver disorders, asthma and heart weakness.

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Ragi helps prevent hair loss. It is also said to prevent pre-mature greying of hair. This is usually caused due to oxidation of tissues, and the antioxidants.

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