Barnyard Millet (Sanwa, Sama ke Chawal) is a grain, not a seed, and is called barn grass and barnyard millet. Although this millet is highly nutritious, it remains neglected and underutilized due to a lack of awareness. It is mainly used as a substitute for rice during fasting days in India. But unlike rice, which remains separated when steamed, Sanwa tends to be soggy and sticky. Health benefits of Sanwa: Rich in protein: Proteins are the building blocks of the body and are responsible for the regeneration of every cell. And Sanwa is extremely rich in proteins. Rich in Fibre - this grain contains the highest amount of fiber compared to all other cereals and millets. Its consumption gives you high satiety value and keeping you from consuming extra calories. This keeps a person fit and healthy. Loaded with Iron which is needed to build hemoglobin in the human body. Hemoglobin is required to carry oxygen to all vital organs. In case of a lack of Iron, a person can become anemic. This millet is very rich in Iron. Food with low glycemic index: This millet is rich in carbohydrates The carbohydrate in Sanwa is slowly digested by our body, so this millet makes a low glycemic index food. It is thus a good food for heart patients and people suffering from diabetics. Barnyard Millet is thus a superior grain with a lot of nutritional value. It is an easy millet to grow as it ripens in less than 02 months and can grow under challenging weather conditions. Barnyard Millet is an easily digested food - and it is gluten-free, so even people with celiac disease can consume it. It is used to make porridge, unleavened bread, cookies, cakes, and malts. In India, it is also used to make kheer, roti’s, Vada’s, and pancakes. Sanwa being of a neutral flavor blends well with the flavor of the other ingredients.