FENUGREEK

Hello everyone...welcome to yet another informative time on the blog... Today i'll be blogging about the amazing fenugreek! You may be wondering what fenugreek really is... I got introduced to these seeds by a colleague Suleiman Kollere and its been soooo amazing... We call him the ''Chai Master''... He brews the seeds with other herbs and we all get to enjoy a rich mug of tea every morning... I have had significant changes ever since the first day I had my first mug...I drink it plain or sometimes with a teaspoon of pure honey... it's got a slightly bitter taste but highly medicinal...

Fenugreek is a herb that is commonly grown in the Mediterranean region of the world and their seeds have been found to contain protein, vitamin C, niacin, potassium, diosgenin among other active constituents.

I'm delighted to tell you the benefits of this amazing plant and also where you can purchase some of it...

Did you know that due to the diosgenin ( a compound with similar properties as estrogen), fenugreek seeds have been found to lessen mood fluctuations and hot flashes effect which are common symptoms of the menopause and PMS? 

They have a long history of use for the treatment of various reproductive and hormonal disorders among others such as treatment for arthritis, asthma, bronchitis and sore throat. Due to the large amount of mucilage contained in the seeds which help to soothe gastrointestinal inflammations by coating the lining of the stomach and intestine, it serves as an effective remedy against acid re-flux. You either sprinkle the seeds unto your meal, brew them or chew on them. 

Now here's the amazing part...Women of child bearing age ought to make fenugreek a part of their daily diet as it aids in balancing the female hormones. The presence of diosgenin in the seeds makes it a simple home remedy for developing fuller breasts and increasing libido and male potency in Men... Hahaha! Unbelievable!

My colleague Suleiman just had a pretty baby girl....Thankfully the delivery process was smooth and he attributed this to the seeds, On reading this up I learnt that fenugreek stimulates uterine contractions and thus can helpfully ease childbirth by inducing labor. I also learnt that daily consumption of the seeds helps to increase milk production in lactating mothers..

Due to the powerful potential of the seeds to induce labor, I would advise that you do not take the seeds at the early stages of pregnancy.

Another awesome property of Fenugreek is its ability to aid the lowering of cholesterol and blood glucose levels in the blood.

If you are taking oral medications, you may need to speak to your doctor before taking the seeds just to ensure that they do not interfere with the absorption of the medications.

Fenugreek is really amazing and I couldn't help but share...Now here's the best part, where can it be bought... ? 

Fenugreek seeds can be found in any indian or pakistani grocery shops... You can also look out for fenugreek capsules, tea bags or powders at any health shop around you...

Let's keep the conversation going....What do you know about fenugreek?  Spread the Word... Heal the World...

Living  Healthy...