FENUGREEK SEEDS

It is an important medicinal plant that is used in the treatment of various ailments. The botanical name for Fenugreek seeds is Trigonella foenum-graecum which belongs to the Fabaceae family. It is used as an ancient Indian spice. It is bitter and pungent. It balances Kapha and Vata dosha 

English - Fenugreek

Hindi - Methi Dana

Kannada - Menthya

Marathi - Methya

Telugu - Menthulu

Tamil - Vendayam

It is originated from Western Asia and southeastern Europe in north Africa. It is widely distributed in India and other neighboring countries in northern Asia, western Asia, Ethiopia, Chile, Argentina, China, and the USA. In Europe, it grows in Austria, Belgium, France, Hungary, and Spain. It grows in soil with Ph ranging from 5.3 to 8.2. It grows in an annual temperature range from 8-27C. The leaves consist of three small obovate. These leave are 30-60cm long. Pods of these leaves contain 10-20 small brown seeds.

On chemical compound analysis of the fenugreek seeds, it includes

Diosgenin, gitogenin, tigogenin, trigonelloside, yomogenin, tetosides, graceunin A, B, C, H, I, J, K, L, M, trigofoenosides, choline, trigonelline, yamogenin, gitogenin, diosgenin, neotogogens, and titogenin. It also contains thiamine, riboflavin, folic acid, niacin, vitamin A, C, and K, copper, calcium, selenium, zinc, manganese, magnesium, and potassium

Action:

• Anti-Hyperglycemic
• Pancreas Stimulant
• Anti-Diabetic
• Anti-Inflammatory
• Analgesic
• Nervine Tonic
• Neuroprotective
• Antioxidant
• Anti-Carcinogenic       
• Anti-Microbial
• Digestive Stimulant
• Carminative
• Antispasmodic
• Anti-Rheumatic
• Galactagogue
• Sialagogue

TRADITIONAL VIEW:

According to Ayurveda, it is considered that indigestion and loss of appetite occur due to an imbalance of Pitta dosha. Fenugreek seeds improve digestion and increase appetite by their Deepan and Pachan. Take the required amount of fenugreek powder half an hour before food

Arthritics pain occurs due to an imbalance in the Vata dosha. Fenugreek powder helps to reduce the pain by balancing the Vata property. Take the required amount of fenugreek churna and mix with honey and consume it after meals

Fenugreek helps to protect the liver and liver-related conditions by balancing the imbalance of Pitta dosha.

Kidney stone occurs due to imbalance of Vata and Kapha this leads to accumulation and formation of toxins in the kidney. Fenugreek helps to prevent the accumulation and formation of toxins by balancing Vata and Kapha.

MODERN VIEW:

Fenugreek is a rich source of protein and nicotinic acid which promotes hair growth. Take the required amount of fenugreek seeds and crush it with a grinder and transfer it into the bowl along with that add coconut oil mix both the ingredients and apply it to the scalp, roots of the hair. Let it dry for 30 minutes and wash it with your shampoo.

Fenugreek has antioxidant properties. It lowers the free radicals level by reducing the aging process. And it also has anti-inflammatory property which helps to reduce swelling around the acne

It has an antifungal property that helps in reducing dandruff in the hair by inhibiting the fungus the fight against the fungal infections

ANTI-INFLAMMATORY PROPERTY:

Arthritics pain occurs due to an imbalance in the Vata dosha. Fenugreek powder helps to reduce the pain by balancing the Vata property. Take the required amount of fenugreek churna and mix with honey and consume it after meals

ANTI-RHEUMATIC PROPERTY

Arthritics pain occurs due to an imbalance in the Vata dosha. Fenugreek powder helps to reduce the pain by balancing the Vata property. Take the required amount of fenugreek churna and mix with honey and consume it after meals

ANTI-OXIDANT PROPERTY

Fenugreek has antioxidant properties. It lowers the free radicals level by reducing the aging process. And it also has anti-inflammatory property which helps to reduce swelling around the acne

ANTI-FUNGAL PROPERTY

It has an antifungal property that helps in reducing dandruff in the hair by inhibiting the fungus the fight against the fungal infections

The dose of the drug used according to physicians

Fenugreek seeds – ¼ to ½ teaspoon

Fenugreek seeds powder - ¼ to ½ teaspoon

Fenugreek seeds capsule- 1 to 2 capsule

Fenugreek seeds paste- ¼ to ½ teaspoon

Internal use:

A high dose may cause a burning sensation in the stomach

It should be taken in a limited amount in patients who are suffering from piles

The use of fenugreek seeds may lower the blood sugar level. Monitor the patient's blood glucose level

External use:

Before applying the fenugreek paste do a patch to avoid skin rashes. It can be used along with rose water or honey if you have allergic skin

• Kindly avoid using fenugreek seeds if you are allergic.
• It is not recommended to use fenugreek seeds in patients with asthma, diarrhea, gas, low blood sugar, and wheezing

Diabetes mellitus

Fenugreek seed contains galactomannan and essential amino acids which helps to lower the risk of diabetes by improving the level of insulin in the blood.

Take the required amount of fenugreek seeds and boil it in 1 cup of water for 10 minutes, Filter the seeds from the water and drink the fenugreek tea

Male infertility:

It improves the performance of sex by increasing the secretion of testosterone and quality of sperm and it is also effective against erectile dysfunction.

Take the required amount of fenugreek seeds and saute it in ghee for 5 minutes and consume it with milk before going to bed

Constipation:

It contains a high amount of fiber called mucilage. This fiber absorbs the water content in the intestines and increases the bulk in the stools and this induces the contraction in the intestine and expels the stool smoothly.

Take the required amount of fenugreek seeds and boil them in 2 cups of water. Allow to cool the water and drink it on an empty stomach for better results

High cholesterol:

Fenugreek seeds lower the bad cholesterol, low-density lipoprotein, total blood cholesterol, and triglycerides.

Dry roast the fenugreek seeds and allow them to cool at room temperature and grind them into a smooth powder and store it in an airtight container. You can consume daily by adding the powder in half glass of water

The fenugreek seeds come in various formulations includes

Internal use:

Fenugreek fresh leaves:

Chew the leaves of fenugreek in an empty stomach to get relief from the gut and intestinal infections

Fenugreek seeds churna:

Take the required amount of fenugreek churna and mix it with honey and take it after meals

Fenugreek seeds capsule:

Take the required amount of fenugreek seeds capsule and consume it with water after your meals twice daily

Fenugreek seeds water:

Take the required amount of fenugreek seeds and add 1 bottle of hot water into it and soak it overnight. Drink this drink on an empty stomach in the morning to get relief from menstrual cramps.

External use:

Fenugreek-Rose water pack

Take the required amount of fenugreek leaves or seed paste and apply it with rose water and apply it in an affected area and wash it after 5-10 minutes in tap water this helps to get rid of bacterial infections

Fenugreek seeds hair conditioner

Soak the required amount of fenugreek seeds in water overnight and rinse your hair with fenugreek seed water to get rid of dandruff.

Are Fenugreek seeds available in the market?

Yes, it is available in the market and it can be brought from online websites or ayurvedic medical stores.

How to store Fenugreek seeds?

It should be stored in an airtight container and keep the medicines away from the heat and light and Do not keep the medicines reaching out to children

Is Fenugreek useful for kidney stones?

Yes, kidney stone occurs due to imbalance of Vata and Kapha this leads to accumulation and formation of toxins in the kidney. Fenugreek helps to prevent the accumulation and formation of toxins by balancing Vata and Kapha.