• Valliammai T
• M Mallika

Malnutrition remains a global challenge affecting all age groups. This review highlights an affordable, nutrient-dense multigrain mix combining banana flour, malted ragi, and bajra to address dietary gaps. The blend delivers balanced macronutrients and micronutrients suitable for infants to elderly individuals. Traditional processing methods like malting and germination enhance mineral bioavailability, digestibility, and enzyme activity while reducing anti-nutrients. Banana flour contributes resistant starch and prebiotics for gut health, complementing the high iron and calcium content from millets. This versatile formulation helps combat protein-energy malnutrition and micronutrient deficiencies through accessible, culturally acceptable ingredients. Its adaptability allows use as porridge, weaning food, or nutritional supplement across demographics. The mix leverages underutilized crops and traditional knowledge to create a sustainable nutrition solution. With simple preparation and storage, it offers practical application in household and community feeding programs, demonstrating potential for widespread malnutrition prevention.

Health Mix, Malnutrition, Banana Flour, Amylase, Nutrient Bioavailability

"Affordable Solution for Preventing Malnutrition: A Review of Banana Malted Millet Health Mix", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.12, Issue 5, page no.f830-f833, May-2025, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2505690.pdf

"Affordable Solution for Preventing Malnutrition: A Review of Banana Malted Millet Health Mix", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.12, Issue 5, page no. ppf830-f833, May-2025, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2505690.pdf