How many calories does one serving of Bajra Methi Khakhras have?

One serving of Bajra Methi Khakhras gives 110 calories. Out of which carbohydrates comprise 64 calories, proteins account for 9 calories and remaining calories come from fat which is 37 calories.  One serving of Bajra Methi Khakhras provides about 6 percent of the total daily calorie requirement of a standard adult diet of 2,000 calories.

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Is Bajra Methi Khakhras healthy?

Yes, this is healthy. But restrictions apply to some.

Let's understand the Ingredients.

What's good.

1. Bajra flour : Bajra flour is high in protein and is a complete protein for vegetarians when combined with dal. So as a Vegetarian, include bajra in your diet.  Bajra is a great option for those on a gluten free diet. Bajra is rich in Magnesium which improves insulin response by lowering insulin resistance which is good for Diabetics and healthy heart but to be had in restricted quantity and had with low fat curds or raita to minimise the carb impact. See here for the detailed benefits of bajra flour. 

2. Ragi flour ( Nachni flour) : Ragi flour is high in protein and great source for vegetarians. In addition its gluten free, high in fiber which in turn is good for diabetics and a healthy heart.  Ragi flour creates a much lower surge in sugar levels compared to wheat. Ragi is rich in Magnesium which improves insulin response by lowering insulin resistance. A must read for the benefits of ragi to include in your daily diet.  

3. Methi (fenugreek leaves) : Methi leaves are low in calorie, powerful antioxidant and cures mouth ulcers. Fenugreek leaves help in improving glucose and insulin responses, hence good for diabetics. The levels of cholesterol also reduced with intakes of fenugreek leaves. Rich in Vitamin K which is good for bone metabolism. See all benefits of methi leaves here. 

Can diabetics, heart patients and over weight individuals have Bajra Methi Khakhras ?

Yes, this recipe is good for diabetics, heart and weight loss. For diabetics, have in restricted quantity.  Fenugreek leaves help in improving glucose and insulin responses, hence good for diabetics. We suggest you pair it with homemade curds using cows milk or low fat curds

Low Fat Curds

Can healthy individuals have Bajra Methi Khakhras ?

Yes. 

How to burn 110 calories that come from Bajra Methi Khakhras?

Walking (6 kmph) = 33 mins

Running (11 kmph) = 11 mins

Cycling (30 kmph) = 15 mins       

Swimming (2 kmph) = 19 mins

Note: These values are approximate and calorie burning differs in each individual.