10 Health benefits of fenugreek

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Fenugreek seeds and leaves form an important ingredient in Indian households. Fenugreek is a rich reservoir of medicinal properties that imparts many health benefits. Below are 15 health benefits of it 
1. Lowers blood cholesterol: Fenugreek helps to reduce cholesterol level. Especially that of the low density lipoprotein. They are a very rich source of steroidal saponins which prevent the absorption of cholesterol and triglycerides. 
2. Reduces risks of heart diseases: Fenugreek has galactomannan, it plays a key role in maintain your heart health. High amount of potassium is also present in it that counters the action of sodium to help control heart rate and blood pressure. 
3. Controls blood sugar level: Fenugreek must be included in diet of a diabetic because a natural soluble fiber called galactomannan is present in it. Galactomannan slows down the rate of sugar absorption into blood, also contains amino acid responsible for inducing the production of insulin. 
4. Aids digestion: Being rich fiber and antioxidants, fenugreek helps in flushing out harmful toxins from the body and aids in digestion. Fenugreek tea is used to relieve indigestion and stomach pain. Drinking fenugreek decoction early in the morning deals with constipation. 
5. Prevents heartburn: One teaspoon of fenugreek seeds in your food can be an effective remedy for acid reflux of heartburn. Fenugreek has mucilage which coat the lining of the stomach and intestine and soothe irritated gastrointestinal tissues.
 6. Helps in losing weight: Chewing soaked methi seeds in the morning on an empty stomach promote weight loss. The natural soluble fibre in the fenugreek can swell and fill the stomach thereby suppressing your appetite and aiding your weight loss goals. 
7. Cures fever and sore throat: Fenugreek can cure fever when taken with a teaspoon of lemon and honey by nourishing the body. Mucilage in fenugreek also helps to relieve cough and pain from sore throat. 
8. Increases breast milk production in lactating woman: Fenugreek is very important for nursing mothers. The spice has diosgenin which increases milk production in lactating mothers.
9. Makes child delivery easier: Fenugreek stimulated uterine contractions which is very useful during child birth. But excess intake of fenugreek seeds during pregnancy could put you at risk of miscarriage or premature childbirth. 
10. Increases breast size: By balancing hormones in women, the oestrogen-like property of fenugreek can help in breast enlargement.  Advertisement