Nutrition
Nutritious
Sorghum grain is packed full of the nutrients that support a healthy diet, including protein, iron, Vitamin B6, niacin, magnesium and phosphorus.
Antioxidant Rich
Sorghum is a natural source of antioxidants, which may help to lower your risk of cancer, diabetes, heart disease and some neurological diseases.
Gluten-Free
Sorghum is naturally gluten-free and is a great option for those avoiding gluten.
Easy To Use
You can cook sorghum grain using your stovetop, slow cooker, oven, rice cooker or whatever option you prefer to prepare your favorite meals. Plus, sorghum can be frozen and reheated without losing its great taste, texture or moisture.
Immune Health
A serving of cooked whole grain sorghum is an excellent source of protein, zinc, selenium and copper, which may contribute to a healthy immune system.
Versatile
Sorghum is a versatile grain you can use like rice or quinoa. With whole and pearled grain, flour, syrup, bran, flaked, popped and more, sorghum is an ingredient you can get creative with. Boil it, pop it, bake it and get inspired by sorghum and add a new twist to your favorite meals. Sorghum is great for breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks everyone will love.
American Grown
The United States is the largest producer of sorghum throughout the world. When you buy sorghum, you’re supporting U.S. farmers and the economy.
Digestive Health
Sorghum grain provides an excellent source of dietary fiber, which contributes to digestive health.
Heart Health
Research has shown that sorghum contributes to healthy blood pressure and cholesterol levels.
Journal of Food Science
Special Issue: Sorghum in Human Health Supplement
Funded by the USCP, this supplement aims to showcase sorghum’s potential as a nutrient-rich ingredient for both food manufacturers and consumers. By outlining the consumer health benefits and highlighting the role that sorghum plays as a domestic, drought-tolerant crop, it underscores the potential of sorghum to positively impact diet quality and health outcomes.
For Health Professionals
Give your clients the facts about what sorghum has to offer. Find helpful resources outlining health benefits, nutrition research and more.
A Functional Food
Sorghum provides functional attributes to both food applications and the health and nutrition of those enjoying it.
PARTNER WITH US
Are you a product manufacturer seeking ways to use sorghum in your products or a chef looking to promote sorghum on your menu? If so, the Sorghum Checkoff offers co-branding opportunities that may benefit your business.