Sorghum
Top 4 in Top 10 Best Healthy Ancient Grains
The fifth-most popular grain in the world and a great source of nutrients is sorghum. Uncooked sorghum, at 3.5 ounces (100 grams), offers:
- Calories: 329
- Carbs: 72 grams
- Protein: 11 grams
- Fat: 3 grams
- Fiber: 7 grams — 27% of the DV
- Manganese: 70% of the DV
- Magnesium: 39% of the DV
- Copper: 32% of the DV
- Selenium: 22% of the DV
In addition to being rich in nutrients, sorghum is a good source of potent polyphenol plant substances including anthocyanins and phenolic acids, which serve as antioxidants in your body. Free radicals are potentially harmful molecules that can damage cells and raise your chance of developing diseases when they build up in your body. Antioxidants neutralize free radicals. Sorghum, contrary to many other grains, is naturally gluten-free and is simple to grind into flour for baking without gluten. It is quite versatile thanks to its mild flavor.