What is the ecological benefit of jowar?

Answer 1

Jowar, like all other millets, requires less water for agriculture and the crops can be sustained on just rainfall. Therefore it reduces the demand on water, which for other crops, has to be supplied using energy. Hence it is eco-friendly. Its water requirement is one fourth what is required by rice and half of what is required by wheat. So when you eat Jowar, you are saving the scarce water resources of the planet!


Also, for people living in peninsular India, eating jowar saves on transportation energy costs, because jowar is grown there and does not have to be transported long distances. It helps the fight against global warming.

Answer 2

Not everyone is aware of this, but Jowar is gaining a reputation as the “new quinoa” for its gluten-free, whole grain goodness. In my family, we are all very health conscious and have come to realise how bad gluten is for the body, which is why we have switched to making rotis/bhakris as they are healthier and tastier. Here are some of the benefits of Jowar, and why I have added this gluten-free ingredient to my diet:

Rich in Fiber

Controls Blood Sugar Levels

High Protein

Rich in Iron

Packed with Vitamins, Minerals and Micronutrients

Aids in Weight Loss

Jowar is a little denser than whole wheat, so it might take you a while to get used to the taste. However, diversifying your food grains is the best way to increase the nutritional quotient of your daily diet. You can find the best quality of Jowar at Organic Tattva.