Ragi is a whole grain that is gluten-free. It is rich in fiber that helps with weight loss and diabetes. It is packed with calcium, good carbs, amino acids and Vitamin D. Ragi flour is prepared by either crushing dried grains or spouting, drying and then grinding them. Besides this, it can easily become a part of your daily diet in the form of chapatis or as porridge for breakfast. It is widely used to make porridge for infants.