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That One Health Habit You Can Use to Build Energy and Get More Done Every Day

“If someone asks me what’s the one thing they can start for better health—I always say: Start with Millet Ambali.” – Sujata

In our busy, modern lives, health often takes a back seat. But what if I told you there’s a simple, ancient, and incredibly powerful drink that can heal your gut, improve your digestion, energize your mornings, and even support autoimmune recovery?

Welcome to the world of Millet Ambali — a fermented, probiotic + prebiotic-rich drink made from humble millets.

Why You Should Care About Your Gut

Your gut is your second brain. A healthy gut impacts:

  • Digestion
  • Immunity
  • Mental clarity
  • Energy levels
  • Mood

And when it comes to healing and supporting your gut, it’s not just about probiotics (good bacteria)—you need prebiotics too. Let me explain:

  • Probiotics are live beneficial bacteria that improve gut flora.
  • Prebiotics are non-digestible fibers that feed these good bacteria.

Without prebiotics, probiotics can’t survive or thrive.

Millet Ambali gives you both!

What is Millet Ambali?

Millet Ambali is a fermented porridge-like drink made from millets such as barnyard, foxtail, or finger millet. It’s been used in traditional Indian kitchens for generations.

It’s:
✅ Gluten-free
✅ Fermented & naturally probiotic
✅ Cooling, hydrating, and soothing
✅ Full of B vitamins, minerals, and fiber
✅ Excellent for your gut and immunity

My Personal Routine

I prepare Ambali at night to enjoy it as a cooling, nourishing breakfast the next morning. It’s my go-to for days when I want something light yet deeply satisfying and healing.

How I Made My Barnyard Millet Ambali (Video Recap)

You can watch the full recipe in this video here but here’s a quick walkthrough:

🌙 Night Before

  1. Wash nicely barnyard millet .
  2. Soak millet (6-8hrs)
  3. Coarsely grind the soaked millet with the same water.
  4. Boil water in a clay pot, then slowly pour the ground mixture into it.
  5. Stir and cook on low flame for 20–25 minutes.
  6. Allow it to cool. Cover with a muslin cloth to ferment overnight.

🌞 Next Morning

  1. Uncover and you’ll find a beautifully fermented millet porridge.
  2. Add a pinch of salt, roasted cumin, black pepper, or rock salt.
  3. Mix well and pour into a glass.

It’s ready to drink—cool, nourishing, and alive!

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🧘‍♀️ Benefits of Millet Ambali

  • Balances Gut Microbiome
  • Promotes natural digestion and bowel movements
  • Reduces acidity, bloating, and gas
  • Boosts immunity
  • Supports mental clarity and calmness
  • Helps in disease reversal
  • A wonderful source of B12

🔁 Start the 7-Day Ambali Challenge!

I invite you to try Millet Ambali every morning for 7 days and observe:

  • Lighter mornings
  • Better digestion
  • Clearer skin
  • Improved energy

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