Grown in the Himalaya under natural conditions, without the use of pesticide, Himalayan Koni (Foxtail millet) has a high mineral content including iron, magnesium and zinc. Foxtail millet is gluten free, diabetic friendly and has a high fiber and protein content.Foxtail Millet is rich in Vitamin B12 which is essential for maintaining a healthy heart, smooth functioning of the nervous system, and in general good for skin and hair growth. A diet including Foxtail Millet may improve glycemic control and reduce insulin, cholesterol and fasting glucose in Type-2 diabetes patients.Foxtail Millet is an healthy alternative to Rice. It is Gluten-free food. It is rich in Iron, Calcium & Minerals - Manganese, Magnesium, Phosphorous. It is a diabetic-friendly food, high in fiber, protein and low in glycemic index (causes steady increase in blood sugar post consumption as compared to rice).Foxtail millet has roots in Northern China and India going back at least 8,000 years and is named for the tapered tail-like panicle (an inflorescence, or clustered flower, with many branches) containing its seeds.