A Review of Millets from Ayurvedic Texts and Their Significance in the Present Era: A PRISMA Based Systematic Review
Manjusha Potdar
Department of Swasthavrutta., PDEA's College of Ayurveda & Research Centre, Nigdi, Pune, Maharashtra, India,44
Corresponding Author: Manjusha Potdar
E-mail: sharvarivedpathak10@gmail.com
Submission: 8.11.2022 Acceptance: 08.11.2022 Publication: 28.02.2023
https://www.doi.org/10.63778/PDEASIJRAAS-ARJCPL/2023_22821
Abstract Millets, known as Trunadhanya, Kshudradhanya, or Kudhanya in Ayurveda, have been an integral part of the Indian diet since ancient times. These small-seeded cereals, belonging to the family Poaceae, are highly adaptable to harsh environmental conditions and are rich in essential nutrients. This systematic review follows PRISMA guidelines to analyze Ayurvedic references, nutritional value, and contemporary relevance of millets in managing lifestyle diseases. The study aims to bridge ancient wisdom with modern nutritional science by critically evaluating textual descriptions and recent studies on millets.