This millet is suitable for people of all age groups. It is mostly consumed as rice and any recibe made from staple rice can be prepared using this millet. The grains are tiny. It cooks much faster than all other millets.

Little millet provides nutraceutical components such as phenols, tannins, and phytates along with other nutrients. Has about 37% of dietary fiber and is also very high in iron. Flavonoids present in it act as antioxidants and help boost immunity.