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Description:
Parts used and where grown:
 Although originally from southeastern Europe and western Asia,
fenugreek grows today in many parts of the world, including India, northern Africa, and the
United States. The seeds of fenugreek contain the most potent medicinal effects of the plant.
Historical or Traditional Use:
A wide range of uses were found for fenugreek in ancient times. Medicinally it was used for
the treatment of wounds, abscesses, arthritis, bronchitis, and digestive problems. Traditional
Chinese herbalists used it for kidney problems and conditions affecting the male
reproductive tract. Fenugreek was, and remains a food and a spice commonly eaten in many
parts of the world.
Active constituents:
The steroidal spooning account for many of the beneficial effects of
fenugreek, particularly in inhibition of cholesterol absorption and synthesis. The seeds are
rich in dietary fiber, which may be the main reason it can lower blood sugar levels in
diabetes.
How much should I take ?
Due to the somewhat bitter taste of fenugreek seeds, devitalized
seeds or encapsulated products are preferred. The typical range of intake is 5-30 grams with
each meal or 15-90 grams all at once with a meal. As a tincture, 102ml of fenugreek can be
taken up to three times per day.
Therapeutic Uses : Constipation , Diabetes , High cholesterol and High triglycerides .
Description: written by Dr.Kumar Pati .
Dr.Pati is a trained medical doctor in Western medicine as well as Ayurvedic Medicine of
India. He has degree from one of the best Ayurvedic college and hospital, The J.B.Ray State
Ayurvedic medical College in Calcutta, India.
He is the former publisher of Health World magazine. He has written several books on herbs,
nutrition and vitamins. He is the Author of one of the best sellers entitled “Vitamins &
Herbal Digest” Presently he is the president and Chief Executive of Best Nutrition Products,
USA.
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