Millets (/ˈmɪlɪts/) are a highly varied group of small-seeded grasses, widely grown around the world as cereal crops or grains for fodder and human food. The most popular Indian millet is Pearl millet called Bajra in Hindi and the second most widely grown millet in India is foxtail millet, called Kangni or Kakum in Hindi. Other popular millets are Sorghum, called Jowar and Finger millet called Ragi or Nachni in Hindi. Five best types of millets for weight loss 01/6Types of millets for weight loss. When it is about a weight loss diet, a lot of importance is given to the consumption of rice and wheat. ... 02/6Ragi or Finger Millet. ... 03/6Jowar or Sorghum. ... 04/6Bajra or Pearl Millet. ... 05/6Rajgira or Amaranth. ... 06/6Kangni or Foxtail millet. Can millets be eaten everyday? A. Yes, switching your daily rice consumption to millets can be beneficial for you. It is low in calories and sugar, provides the necessary protein and is rich in fibre.