Description

Sorghum is an underrated, nutrient-rich cereal grain. Half a cup of uncooked sorghum (96 grams) provides

• Calories: 316
• Protein: 10 grams
• Fat: 3 grams
• Carbohydrates: 69 grams
• Fiber: 6 grams
• Vitamin B1 (thiamine): 26% of the Daily Value (DV)
• Vitamin B2 (riboflavin): 7% of the DV
• Vitamin B5 (pantothenic acid): 7% of the DV
• Vitamin B6: 25% of the DV
• Copper: 30%of the DV
• Iron: 18% of the DV
• Magnesium: 37% of the DV
• Phosphorus: 22% of the DV
• Potassium: 7% of the DV
• Zinc: 14% of the DV

Sorghum is rich in a variety of nutrients, including B vitamins, which play an essential role in metabolism, neural development, and skin and hair health

It’s also a rich source of magnesium, a mineral that’s important for bone formation, heart health, and over 600 biochemical reactions in your body, such as energy production and protein metabolism

In addition, sorghum is high in antioxidants like flavonoids, phenolic acids, and tannins. Eating a diet rich in these antioxidants can lower oxidative stress and inflammation in your body

Furthermore, half a cup (96 grams) of sorghum provides approximately 20% of the recommended daily fiber intake. A diet rich in fiber promotes gut health, stabilizes your blood sugar levels, and aids weight management

Finally, this grain is a great source of protein. In fact, it provides as much protein as quinoa, a cereal grain renowned for its high protein content.