Proso Millet ( <i>Panicum miliaceum</i> ): Nutritional Composition, Functional Attributes, and Health Implications

ABSTRACT The ancient cereal grain known as proso millet ( Panicum miliaceum L.) is receiving more attention due to its remarkable nutritional value and health benefits. Rich in important amino acids, minerals, antioxidants, and naturally gluten‐free dietary fiber, it promotes heart‐healthy, low‐glycemic diets. Despite these advantages, its integration into mainstream food markets has been limited. However, its comeback has been sparked by growing health consciousness and the need for functional and gluten‐free cuisine. Growing consumer understanding of the link between diet, health, and disease prevention, especially regarding celiac disease, gluten intolerance, obesity, and diabetes, continues to drive this trend. This review underscores the nutritional and functional significance of proso millet as a sustainable, health‐promoting grain and the need for enhanced research, awareness, and marketing efforts to reestablish its importance in contemporary nutrition.