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VOL. 11, ISSUE 1 (2026)
A comprehensive review on foxtail millet
Authors
Neha verma, Ankita Yadav, Dr. Pooja Gupta
Abstract
Millets are small-seeded cereal grains value for their nutritional
richness, dietary fiber content and naturally gluten-free nature. Among them,
Foxtail millet (Setaria italica) is an underutilized minor millet that
has gained increasing attention due to its superior nutritional profile and
health-promoting properties. Foxtail millet is a climate-resilient,
drought-tolerant crop with high adaptability to abiotic stresses, making it a
sustainable option for future food and nutritional security. Nutritionally,
foxtail millet is a rich source of protein, essential amino acid, vitamins and
minerals such as iron, calcium, zinc and magnesium. Also, it contains bioactive
compounds like phenolic acids, flavonoids, tannins, carotenoids, phytosterols,
γ-aminobutyric acid (GABA) and antioxidant peptides. The presence of bioactive
constitutes contributes to multiple health benefits such as anti-diabetic,
hypoglycemic, hypolipidemic, anti-inflammantory, anti-hypertensive and
potential anti-cancer effects. Furthermore, the development of foxtail millet-based
value-added products demonstrates the high sensory acceptability and enhanced
nutritional quality. Owning to its gluten-free nature, it is suitable for
individual with celiac disease. This review highlights foxtail millet as a
nutritionally dense and health-enhancing cereal with potential for advanced processing
techniques and extended trials to maximize its health benefits.
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Pages:94-99
How to cite this article:
Neha verma, Ankita Yadav, Dr. Pooja Gupta "A comprehensive review on foxtail millet". International Journal of Food Science and Nutrition, Vol 11, Issue 1, 2026, Pages 94-99
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