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Written by Navneet Kaur, M.Sc. Nutrition & Dietetics

Diet

Ragi vs Oats: Which is better for weight management and digestion

Ragi & Oats are two popular whole grains for weight control, digestion & steady energy. Both are healthy but work differently in the body & that's where the real comparison lie

Introduction

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Ragi: packed with calcium, iron & natural fibre Oats: rich in beta glucan, b vitamins & slow digesting carb Both are nourishing but their benefits are not the same

Nutrition Basics

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– Ragi is gentler on the stomach, it feels cooling; suits people with acidity & rarely causes heavine – Oats support gut health too because of their soluble fibre

For Digestion

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– Oats release energy slowly & can help staedy blood sugar level – Ragi is good for blood sugar too, but can gigest faster depending on how it's cooked

Blood Sugar Impact

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– Your stomach feels heavy easily – You need gluten free grain – You want more calcium in your diet

When Ragi Works Best

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– You want longer satiety – You over snack between meal – You want more calcium in your diet

When Oats Work Best

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Both ragi and oats are great for weight and digestion Pick oats when you need fullness, and ragi when you want something light & gut friendly!

Conclusion

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