Unlocking the Potential of Finger Millet in Child Nutrition: An Overview of Nutritional Power, Processing Methods and Policy Frameworks for Strategic Interventions.
In the realm of nutritional science, Finger Millet (Ragi), rich in essential nutrients, stands out as a powerful ally against childhood malnutrition. Revered for its protein content (7-8g) with vital amino acids, minerals especially calcium (364-400mg), dietary fiber (11-12%), diverse array of phyto...
| Publicado en: | Current Research in Nutrition & Food Science Vol. 13; no. 3; pp. 1106 - 1127 |
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Current Research in Nutrition & Food Science
Dec2025
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