In terms of nutritive value, barnyard millet is superior to major and minor millets. Barnyard millet grains are a rich source of dietary fiber, iron, zinc, calcium, protein, magnesium, fat, vitamins, and some essential amino acids.
Barnyard Millet is a fair source of protein, which is highly digestible and is an excellent source of dietary fiber with good amounts of soluble and insoluble fractions. The carbohydrate content is low and slowly digestible. According to research, consumption of the barnyard millet recorded the lowest blood glucose, serum cholesterol, and triglycerides compared to other millets. With its growing popularity, there are many Barnyard.