Another significant staple grain in Eastern Africa and Asia is finger millet, often known as ragi in India (India, Nepal). At the top of the stem, the plant has many spikes or "fingers." The grains are tiny (1-2 mm in diameter). Finger millet grains are rich in minerals, dietary fibre, polyphenols, and proteins. Finger millet, which is rich in calcium, plays an important role in growing children, pregnant women as well as people suffering from obesity, diabetes, and malnutrition. It contains high amount of potassium for the proper functioning of the kidneys and brains and allows the brain and muscles to work smoothly.