“One quarter of what you eat keeps you alive. The other three quarters keeps your doctor alive”.
Since ages, fenugreek has been
prescribed in Ayurveda and Chinese medicine for curing and preventing of
many diseases. This plant is widely
cultivated across the world and its seeds are used in many international
cuisines as taste enhancers. In India, along with the seeds, the leaves of the
plant is also widely consumed. It is
known as “ Methi” in Hindi and “Uluva”
in Malayalam.
To name a few, fenugreek can resolve digestive problems like heartburn, acid
reflux,abdominal pain and constipation, skin problems like eczema,
inflammation, cellulitis, hair loss and
dandruff. The mucilage present in these seeds aids in smoothing of intestinal
inflammation. Cholesterol and triglyceride patients can also benefit from the
use of fenugreek.
Fenugreek seeds contains
protein, vitamin C, vitamin B6, niacin, potassium, iron, magnesium, manganese,
copper and phyto nutrients.
One of the most remarkable quality of fenugreek is that, it stimulates milk production in nursing
mothers. According to aurveda, fenugreek can augment the quantity and quality
of milk produced by the breastfeeding women.
Research have proved that, daily intake of fenugreek in the
prescribed form can control and prevent diabetes. It has great soluble fiber
content and amino acids, which seems to have the property to induce more
insulin production and reduce the rate
of absorption of sugar in the stomach and improve glucose resistance.
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is a very common condition affecting
women population and is one of the main causes of
infertility. One of
the characteristic of this condition is glucose intolerance, which may
eventually lead to diabetes, obesity and excess secretion of testosterone.
Fenugreek is considered to be one of the natural foods which can aid to control
this condition.
During pregnancy,
excess use of fenugreek is not advised, as it is said
to induce labor.
Chinese medicine recommends fenugreek for treatment of various
kidney ailments. It also poses anti carcinogenic properties and is effective in
preventing colon cancer by protecting the colon’s mucus membrane.
Women suffering from menopausal symptoms and menstrual
discomfort can benefit from this plant. Fenugreek has chemicals similar to
estrogen, hence mood swings, hot flashes and depression associated with
menopause can be taken care of by taking in fenugreek. This herb is also said
to be helpful in increasing libido and preventing erectile dysfunction.
The seeds have a distinct aroma and flavor and can be used
widely in many dishes. You can powder and store the fenugreek seeds and
sprinkle them in most of the curries and
add them to Dosa batter (That’s the secret behind the delicious Dosas in
hotels). The sprouts are easy to make and quite nutritious. The brave ones can soak some seeds overnight and have it in the
morning along with the soaked in water. Though little bitter, researches
indicate that this can do wonders in controlling diabetes and improving the
general health. The leaves of the plant
can be added to the wheat dough before making chappathis or rotis and believe
me, it tastes awesome. The dried leaves called “Kasuri Methi” is incredibly
flavorsome and is easily available in
stores. This is a must ingredient in Indian dishes like butter chicken, chicken tikka, and malai paneer.
watch this video and learn how to easily grow fenugreek in your garden
watch this video and learn how to easily grow fenugreek in your garden
Infertility Specialist at Gift IVF Centre
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Quite useful article. Appreciate the efforts taken in spreading natural cure.
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