The nutritional credentials of wholegrain sorghum include the following :
- rich in carbohydrates (mainly starch)
- moderate protein content, but low in lysine
- low in fat, most of which is unsaturated
- good source of dietary fibre
- high in potassium
- low in sodium
- gluten free
- contains B-group vitamins such as thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, vitamin B6 (pyridoxine), folate and
pantothenic acid - contains vitamin E
- contains iron, zinc, magnesium, phosphorus and selenium (depending on the soil content of selenium)
- contains small amounts of copper, manganese and calcium
- contains phytochemicals including lignans, phenolic acids, phytic acid, plant sterols and saponins
