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Jowar (Sorghum)
ज्वार · జొన్నలు
Gluten-free millet widely consumed in Maharashtra and Karnataka. Used for rotis, bhakri, and porridge.
62
GI · Medium GI
0Low (55)Med (69)110+
62
Glycemic Index
17
Glycemic Load
150g
Serving Size
163
Calories
Per serving: 1 medium bowl (cooked)
Nutrition per Serving
34g
Carbs
5.5g
Protein
1.7g
Fat
4.8g
Fiber
Tips to Manage Blood Sugar
Jowar bhakri is best made fresh and hot. Combine with green leafy vegetable sabzi for a balanced low-GI meal.
GI Source: NIN India
Lower-GI Alternatives
Try these instead for better blood sugar control
Foxtail Millet
कांगनी · కొర్రలు
A traditional Indian millet making a comeback. Excellent low-GI alternative to rice with higher protein and mineral content.
South IndianAndhraTamil+1
GL 12160 kcal1 medium bowl (cooked)
Ragi (Finger Millet)
रागी · రాగులు
Nutrient-dense millet rich in calcium and iron. Popular in South India as ragi mudde, dosa, and porridge. Excellent for diabetics.
South IndianAndhraTamil+1
GL 14155 kcal1 medium bowl (cooked)
Bajra (Pearl Millet)
बाजरा · సజ్జలు
Staple grain of Rajasthan and Gujarat. High in iron and zinc. Used for rotis and khichdi.
RajasthaniGujaratiMaharashtrian
GL 15170 kcal1 medium bowl (cooked)