Fenugreek is a plant that stands around 2–3 feet tall. It has green leaves, small white flowers, and pods that contain small brown seeds. The seeds are what is used for both medicine and food, commonly found in Indian cuisine. It has been used in alternative, Chinese, and traditional Ayurvedic medicine to treat a variety of diseases for thousands of years.
Fenugreek extracts are also used by farmers to flavor damaged hay since the flavor is enjoyed so much by cattle! It has the sweetest, maple syrup-like smell, but the taste of the seed itself is slightly more bitter.
OVERVIEW
Fenugreek is high in Aluminum, Dietary Fiber, Fat, Iron, Protein, Selenium, Thiamine.
It may aid metabolic conditions such as diabetes. The high fiber content found in fenugreek could be beneficial for supporting blood sugar control, even in people without diabetes.
Promotes digestive health: it serves as an effective treatment for gastritis and indigestion, as well as helping to prevent constipation and digestive problems created by stomach ulcers. As a natural digestive tonic and demulcent, its lubricating properties help soothe the stomach and intestines.
It can help alleviate gas, upset stomach and many digestive complaints and symptoms. It will allow an efficient digestion process in the body.
It gradually restores proper functioning to the body's metabolism.
Well-known for increasing breast milk production in lactating mothers.
It can increase testosterone in men.
HOW IT WORKS WITH THE BODY
Not recommended during pregnancy.
it’s always best to try new herbs in small amounts and to consult with your physician prior to taking any new herbal supplements, especially if you are pregnant, nursing, have a medical condition, or are taking any medications.
CAUTIONS
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