{"product_id":"activated-foxtail-millet-flour-500g","title":"Activated Foxtail Millet Flour 500g","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"dpp-desc\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"dpp-hero\"\u003eFoxtail millet (\u003cem\u003eSetaria italica\u003c\/em\u003e) has been cultivated for over 8,000 years — making it one of humanity's oldest cultivated grains. \u003cstrong\u003e12.3g protein, 8g fibre, and a glycaemic index of just 50–59\u003c\/strong\u003e — in a fine flour that cooks like wheat and feeds your body like a superfood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat is Activated Foxtail Millet Flour?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKnown as \u003cstrong\u003eThinai\u003c\/strong\u003e (Tamil\/Telugu), \u003cstrong\u003eKorra\u003c\/strong\u003e (Andhra), \u003cstrong\u003eNavane\u003c\/strong\u003e (Kannada), and \u003cstrong\u003eKangni\u003c\/strong\u003e (Hindi), foxtail millet is a small-seeded grain with an outstanding nutritional profile. \"Activated\" means the grain has been soaked overnight before milling — a traditional process called bioactivation. Soaking triggers germination, which activates the enzyme phytase. Phytase breaks down phytic acid (phytate), an antinutrient that binds iron, zinc, calcium, and magnesium, preventing their absorption. Once phytic acid is reduced, those minerals become significantly more bioavailable to your body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe activated millet is then gently sun-dried at low temperature and stone cold-milled. Cold milling prevents friction heat (which can reach 80-100°C in conventional mills) from destroying heat-sensitive B vitamins, antioxidants, and natural oils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Benefits — Validated by Data\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e12.3g protein per 100g\u003c\/strong\u003e — nearly double the protein of white rice flour (5.9g) and comparable to whole wheat. Supports muscle repair, satiety, and metabolic function.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGlycaemic Index 50–59\u003c\/strong\u003e — in the low-to-medium range. Significantly lower than white rice flour (GI 87–95) and refined wheat flour (GI 70–74). Ideal for blood sugar management and sustained energy. \u003cem\u003e(Source: Shobana et al., 2009, Indian Journal of Medical Research)\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e8g dietary fibre per 100g\u003c\/strong\u003e — 3x more than whole wheat flour. Feeds beneficial gut bacteria, supports digestive regularity, and slows glucose absorption.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e81mg magnesium per 100g\u003c\/strong\u003e — supports over 300 enzymatic reactions in the body including sleep regulation, muscle function, and heart rhythm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2.4mg zinc per 100g\u003c\/strong\u003e — supports immune defence, wound healing, and skin integrity. Bioavailability improved 30–50% vs non-activated flour due to reduced phytate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAntinutrient-free\u003c\/strong\u003e — activation removes phytic acid, the compound that blocks mineral absorption in unsprouted grains. \u003cem\u003e(Leder et al., 2004; Gupta et al., 2015)\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnti-diabetic properties\u003c\/strong\u003e — multiple peer-reviewed studies show foxtail millet consumption reduces fasting blood glucose and HbA1c in Type 2 diabetic patients. \u003cem\u003e(Kamath et al., 2012; Ugare et al., 2014)\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGluten-free\u003c\/strong\u003e — 100% safe for coeliac disease and non-coeliac gluten sensitivity. No cross-contamination in our dedicated facility.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eNutritional Comparison (per 100g)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x:auto\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFlour\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProtein\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFibre\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eIron\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGlycaemic Index\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCalories\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"rte-highlight\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDhatu Activated Foxtail Millet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12.3g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.8mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50–59 (Low)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e351 kcal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhole Wheat Atta\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.7g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.5mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e69–74 (Medium)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e340 kcal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhite Rice Flour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.9g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.4g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.3mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e87–95 (High)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e366 kcal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRegular Foxtail Flour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12.3g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.8mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~65 (Medium)*\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e351 kcal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaize (Corn) Flour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6.9g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.4g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.5mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e70–80 (High)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e365 kcal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"dpp-source\"\u003e*Regular foxtail flour (not activated) has estimated higher GI due to intact phytic acid affecting starch digestion. Sources: ICMR-NIN Nutritive Value of Indian Foods (2017); Shobana et al. (2009), Indian Journal of Medical Research.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRotis and phulkas\u003c\/strong\u003e — use alone or blend 70:30 with wheat flour for softer rotis with a nutty flavour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDosas and uttapams\u003c\/strong\u003e — works beautifully in dosa batter; mix with rice flour and urad dal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUpma and porridge\u003c\/strong\u003e — cook like semolina or oats for a high-protein, low-GI breakfast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLaddoos and energy balls\u003c\/strong\u003e — roast lightly, mix with jaggery, ghee, and cardamom\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMuffins and pancakes\u003c\/strong\u003e — replace up to 50% of wheat flour in baking recipes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBaby food\u003c\/strong\u003e — cook thin with water or breast milk for babies above 6 months; excellent iron and protein source for infants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCheela and savoury pancakes\u003c\/strong\u003e — mix with water, salt, and spices; cook on tawa\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Dhatu's Version is Different\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost foxtail millet flour available in the market is simply dried and milled — the grain is not activated, phytic acid is intact, and mineral absorption is partially blocked. Dhatu's flour is:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eActivated\u003c\/strong\u003e — overnight soaking neutralises phytic acid, improving mineral absorption by up to 30–50%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCold-milled\u003c\/strong\u003e — milled at low temperature to protect B vitamins, antioxidants, and natural oils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCertified organic\u003c\/strong\u003e — no synthetic pesticides, herbicides, or chemical fertilisers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSingle ingredient\u003c\/strong\u003e — 100% foxtail millet, nothing added or removed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Dhatu Organics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46678293774494,"sku":"ACT-FLO-FOX-500","price":150.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/5421\/5326\/files\/28.jpg?v=1777031086","url":"https:\/\/www.dhatuorganics.com\/products\/activated-foxtail-millet-flour-500g","provider":"Dhatu Organics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}