Health Benefits of Fenugreek or Methi Seeds

Methi is an Indian name for fenugreek seeds. In Ayurveda, methi is considered as the cure for most of the diseases. If you check any Indian kitchen, you would find it everywhere. It is added in most of the Indian preparations like paranthas, dal, sambhar or kadi etc.

Fenugreek seeds are good for curing stomach disorders and skin problems also at the same time. It is believed that these seeds can help in slowing down ageing process and doubles the life span.

You can eat these seeds in powdered form or swallowed as whole. Those who do not like the bitter taste of these seeds, they can add honey to it. Adding honey can bring the miraculous benefits of honey also which is itself a very good medicine.

For those who are unaware of the medicinal benefits of fenugreek seeds, we want to tell them these include these seeds as they can do wonders to our health.

What are the Nutritional Value of Fenugreek seeds(Methi)

• Dietary Fiber: 98%
• Protein: 46%
• Calories: 16%
• Total Carbohydrate: 19%
• Iron: 186%
• Copper: 56%
• Magnesium: 48%

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Health Benefits of Fenugreek Seeds

• Fenugreek Helps in Weight Loss
  Fenugreek seeds are rich source of natural fiber and minerals. When eaten they make your stomach full and improve your appetite, thereby reducing weight. Since the seeds are bitter in taste, therefore we can soak them in water overnight and have the first thing early in the morning.
• Fenugreek Cures Fever and Throat Soreness
  One can try fenugreek seeds to control fever and soreness of throat also. For this, just add little lemon and honey to the seeds and eat them. The fenugreek has a component called mucilage which has soothing effects on throat so it cures throat soreness also the same time.
• Fenugreek is Best to cure blood sugar
  Those suffering with high blood sugar problems, must include fenugreek seeds in their diet. The fenugreek seeds have a high amount of amino acids which promote insulin discharge in the pancreas. The seeds also contain a natural soluble fiber called galactomannan which slows down the rate of absorption of sugar into blood. This reduces the glucose levels in the body and cures blood sugar.
• Fenugreek is Good for Stomach and Aids Digestion
  For better bowel movements, consume fenugreek seed. It also prevents heart burns and digestive problems. Fenugreek seeds are the rich source of fiber and antioxidants, and removes toxins out-of-body and aids digestion. If suffering with chronic digestion problem,  drink fenugreek decoction early in the morning.
• Fenugreek is Good for a Beautiful Skin
  You can make a pack of fenugreek seeds with water and apply on skin. This can reduce wrinkles and dark spots from the skin and keep your skin pimple free.
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• Methi can be used as a hair pack also. For this soak few seeds overnight in water and grind and make a paste of this, and then apply on hair. This pack will brink shine to hair and aids in hair growth.

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What exactly are the lines in Fenugreek leaves?

Leaves are considered as the kitchen for plants as they cook food. They also need some structural support to stand on their own. The lines or texture on fenugreek or any leaf are actually the veins that help them to spread and carry water and minerals to the leaves. At the same time, they carry the sugar produced by the leaves to other parts of the plant.