10 Health benefits of Fenugreek(Methi)

Seeds of Fenugreek work really well to cure dandruff and itchy scalp. It is anti-fungal and anti-microbial in nature. Take 1/2 cup of fenugreek seeds and soak them overnight. Next morning grind the seeds and add curd 1/2 lemon to it. Mix well and apply on the scalp. It will take 20-30 minutes for drying; rinse it and shampoo your hair. In 2-3 uses it will remove dandruff and will make your hair strong, shiny and lustrous. You can use it as a hair mask twice a month. Using fenugreek as a part of your diet or as a paste to directly apply to your hair makes your hair shiny and black.

The leaves of fenugreek are rich in Iron and thus help in blood formation. The cooked leaves are extremely useful to cure anaemia in adolescent girls and run-down condition which is generally associated with the onset of puberty and sudden spurt of growth. The seeds of fenugreek must be included in food for better results. Apart from Iron, it is also rich in zinc, sodium, potassium and certain other trace minerals which are really good for health.

The oestrogen-like property of fenugreek can help in breast enlargement by balancing hormones in women. One should include an ample amount of fenugreek in her daily diet. A medicated oil cooked with fenugreek seeds is also good as a breast size enhancer. Apart from this, it also helps to increase milk production. So, fenugreek is a good thing for nursing mothers.

Fenugreek seeds have been found highly effective in the treatment of diabetes. According to a recent report brought out by the Indian Council of Medical Research, as quoted by Press Trust of India, Fenugreek seeds when given in varying doses of 25 grams to 100 grams daily, diminish reactive hyperglycaemia in diabetic patients. Its level of glucose also reduces when the seeds are consumed. Because galactomannan, a natural soluble fibre present in fenugreek slows down the rate of sugar absorption into the blood. Thus, diabetic patients should include fenugreek in their daily diet to balance their sugar levels.

Halitosis which is characterized by a foul smell from the mouth can be naturally cured with the use of fenugreek. One should take herbal tea prepared with fenugreek. The unpleasant odour occurring from the mouth can be due to several reasons; lack of nourishment, gum decay, cavity, any kind of disease, lack of personal hygiene and many more. The fenugreek tea taken regularly will help remove these accumulations from such spots where mouthwash and soap can never penetrate.

The digestive system is the system which is responsible for the digestion of ingested foodstuff. Guess what will happen if this system gets feverish? It will be much more painful than cancer itself. The liver is recognized as one of the most important parts of the Digestive system. Fenugreek leaves are highly beneficial in the treatment of indigestion, flatulence and sluggish liver. They help in the healing of mouth ulcers. The seeds are also useful in the treatment of colic, flatulence, dysentery, dyspepsia and diarrhoea.

There are multiple kinds of urinary disorders, but mostly the cause remains the same bacterial infection or yeast. These diseases can be minor as well as major. In allopath, there are several medications and surgery processes but they are quite unsatisfactory and not affordable for everyone. Fenugreek leaves are very good to treat diseases like kidney infections, painful urination and many more. Include fresh fenugreek leaves in your daily diet; you can also boil the leaves in water; strain it and drink the water.

A kind of pungent and fenugreek kind of smell will be felt in urination. With regular intake of these leaves, the infection will be erased.

Sore throat is mostly seen during monsoons or during climatic changes. The gargle made from fenugreek seeds is the best for ordinary sore throat. Repeat this process, twice to thrice a day; if chronic. When preparing a gargle, the solution should be much stronger than tea. 2 tablespoonfuls of fenugreek seeds should be put into a quart of cold water and allowed to simmer for 30 minutes over a low flame. After getting cool to a bearable temperature; strain the entire solution and gargle with this.

6 out of 10 are suffering from body odour. This case gets much more chronic during the summer seasons. In society, this thing makes one ashamed and nobody wants to enjoy the company of that person. Deodorants, roll-ons, perfumes etc work for a while and after that disappears leaving you with a foul smell. Actually, there can be many reasons for this like obesity, lack of personal hygiene, blockage of skin pores, skin infections and many more. Now, using fenugreek you can skip out with this condition.

Make a fine powder of fenugreek seeds; immerse it in water for a few minutes and use it as a body scrub. You can also mix a solution of fenugreek leaves and water in your regular bathing water. Apart from that opt for fenugreek leaves in your diet and daily tea too. All these procedures will help you to recover soon with body odour condition.

According to the studies, fenugreek helps to reduce cholesterol levels, especially that of the low-density lipoprotein (LDL). They are known to be a rich source of steroidal saponins that prevent the absorption of cholesterol and triglycerides. These act like fat-cutter and also help to remove blockages from heart arteries. For obese persons, fenugreek is like a miracle. This simple herb has multiple benefits and uses.

References: Herbal books by Dr H.K Bakhru.

So, in this way, we saw the Health Benefits of Fenugreek and helpful to cure different types of health problems. Its regular usage gifts you a fit and ailment-free body. Opt for these green in your diet and live well!

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