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7. Millet: The Alkaline Grain Alternative

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One of the most alkaline-forming grains, millet is a great choice for well balanced nutritious drinks. Cultivated for thousands of years, this ancient grain has a naturally sweet, mild taste that fits both sweet and savoury drink uses. Millet makes a smooth, creamy basis ideal for beverages that is especially fit for plant-based milk substitutes. Its high silicon concentration supports good hair, skin, and nails; its notable magnesium levels help encourage relaxation and appropriate muscle activity. High quantities of tryptophan in the grain's remarkable amino acid profile can help to generate serotonin and improve sleep quality. Low glycaemic index millet is a great alternative for beverages low in blood sugar since it offers continuous energy without causing rapid glucose level increases. Millet's nutritional worth rises dramatically when grown sprouting, therefore improving its vitamin count and increasing its bioavailability of nutrients. The grain's intrinsic antioxidants—especially quercetin and other flavonoids—help to explain its anti-inflammatory action. Fermented millet makes probiotic-rich drinks that add good bacteria and produce a mild, somewhat acidic taste sensation.