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Sorghum is known to be rich in phenolic compounds, many of which act as antioxidants. It has also been shown to be good at reducing some forms of inflammation due to its antioxidant properties. Several of the phenolic compounds in sorghum have been linked to anti-cancer effects.
It's rich in vitamins and minerals like B vitamins, magnesium, potassium, phosphorus, iron, and zinc. It's likewise an excellent source of fiber, antioxidants, and protein. What's more, it's easy to replace rice or quinoa with whole sorghum in most recipes.
Sorghum is rich in fiber, consuming enough fiber and fulfilling our daily need for it can be a determining factor for maintaining a healthy digestive system.
Sorghum is an excellent source of energy, mainly in the form of complex carbohydrate. Complex carbohydrate (fibers, starches) is usually slowly digested and therefore provides satiety and delayed hunger.
Grain sorghum contains more fat than wheat, rice and cassava and about the same percent of protein as other grains.
While sorghum is an excellent source of protein, its shortcomings are well documented. Studies have shown that humans digest only 46 percent of the sorghum they consume, compared with 81 percent of the protein in wheat and 73 percent in corn.
Sorghum is used for food, fodder, and the production of alcoholic beverages. It is drought-tolerant and heat-tolerant, and is especially important in arid regions.
It is an important food crop in Africa, Central America, and South Asia, and is the fifth most important cereal crop grown in the world.
It is also a great source of protein. 3/4 of a cup of sorghum provides 8 grams of protein. Below are other benefits of sorghum: For weight loss: It helps in weight loss since it's high in fiber content, which helps in regular bowel movement by flushing toxins out of the body.
Sorghum is made up of 75 percent complex carbohydrates, a long carb molecule that consists of plenty of fiber and takes longer to digest than simple carbs.
Since sorghum is high in complex carbohydrates, it will keep you full for hours and is a great option to eat before a long run.
Sorghum syrup is also a healthier alternative sweetener. It has a slightly lower glycemic index than refined sugar and high fructose corn syrup, meaning that it will not spike blood sugar levels as drastically as its more highly processed counterparts.
Sorghum extract exerts an anti-diabetic effect by improving insulin sensitivity via PPAR-γ in mice fed a high-fat diet.
Like corn, sorghum grain has moisture locked inside it so it pops when heated in a dry skillet with oil. Sorghum popcorn is much healthier than corn, it's easier to digest, and is loaded with nutrients. Popped sorghum looks like tiny bonsai popcorn. It's so cute.
Sorghum flour may be contaminated with gluten during processing. Look for the certified gluten-free label. Research suggests that sorghum flour contains nutrients that may help reduce inflammation and balance blood sugar levels.
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