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Pearl Millet-A Forgotten Ancient Grain with Emerging Immunomodulatory Potential in Sports Nutrition.

PubMed · 2026-05-16

Pearl millet, an ancient grain long overlooked in Western diets, contains a rich mix of fiber, polyphenols, and minerals that may help athletes recover faster by reducing inflammation and supporting immune function.

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Pearl millet contains fiber, polyphenols, flavonoids, bioactive peptides, and minerals (iron, magnesium, zinc) plus B-vitamins that collectively produce antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects.

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Cell and animal studies show millet consumption can reduce pro-inflammatory cytokines TNF-α and IL-6, which are key drivers of exercise-induced inflammation.

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Emerging human studies suggest millet-based diets lower oxidative stress and chronic low-grade inflammation, both directly relevant to athletic recovery.

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