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Millets are particularly rich in B-complex vitamins and Vitamin A. However, the dominant vitamin varies by species. Foxtail millet is notably rich in Vitamin B12 (cobalamin) — a nutrient rarely found in plant-based foods — making it an important choice for vegetarians and vegans. According to a 2024 Frontiers in Nutrition narrative review, different millets provide distinct vitamin contributions:
Vitamin B1 (Thiamine): Present in sorghum and pearl millet; essential for energy metabolism and nerve function.
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin): Abundant in sorghum and finger millet; supports cellular energy production.
Vitamin B3 (Niacin): High in sorghum (jowar); supports skin health, DNA repair, and cholesterol metabolism.
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine): Found in kodo millet; important for amino acid metabolism and neurotransmitter synthesis.
Vitamin B9 (Folate/Folic Acid): High in proso millet; critical for DNA synthesis, red blood cell formation, and fetal neural development.
Vitamin B12 (Cobalamin): Foxtail millet is notably rich in B12, supporting heart health and nervous system function.
Vitamin A (as beta-carotene): Abundant in pearl millet and sorghum; supports vision, immunity, and epithelial health.
Potassium: Millets are an excellent source of potassium, crucial for kidney, heart, and nerve function.
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