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Kodo millet(Varagu) has bioactive compounds as it is rich in phenolic and flavonoid content. Kodo millet is a minor grain crop which is enclosed in hard, corneous, persistent husks that are difficult to remove. It is a tufted grass the colour of which varies from light red to dark grey. Being very rich in dietary fibre and protein and it is a good substitute for paddy rice. In addition to all the general millet characteristics (gluten-free, low glycemic index, high fibre, etc), Kodo millet has a high antioxidant content. Kodo millet is used in everything from bread to couscous ?and as cereal grain. It is ground into flour and used to make pudding. It is also a good choice for animal fodder for cattle, goats, pigs, sheep and poultry.