relatively smaller millet with a slight nutty flavor, which enhances on toasting. It gets a fluffy texture when cooked and mostly consumed as rice. Little Millets are extremely rich in magnesium, fiber, bioactive compounds, and other important minerals and vitamins. It is a traditional grain and is known for its immune boosting properties. It plays a significant role by providing nutraceutical components such as phenols, tannins and phytates which plays a crucial role in nerve and brain functioning.  It is fibrous millet and helps to maintain a sound digestive health. Little Millets have abundant proteins and poor amino acid composition.