Fenugreek seeds

The fenugreek seed - Fenugreek Seed - is one of the medicinal herbs that have been used to preserve human health since ancient times. Its medicinal value is considered outstanding in Indian, Egyptian (Arabic), Greek, Chinese folk and scientific medicine, and it is commonly consumed in these countries. Many patented medicines are made through its direct processing. Fenugreek Seed is very rich in macro and microelements, vitamins A, B, C and D. The researchers consider the physiological effect of the organic iron, selenium and silicon in it to be particularly important.

Effects of fenugreek seeds on the body
It can contribute to a healthy appetite
It can support healthy digestive processes.
It can promote the health of the digestive system (stomach, intestines).
It can promote the well-being of the digestive system.
It can help reduce digestive discomfort.
It can provide protection to the digestive system
It can help maintain normal blood glucose levels
It can help maintain normal blood sugar levels as part of a healthy lifestyle
May contribute to normal blood sugar levels
The fenugreek seed is in the Swiss and Austrian pharmacopoeias and the VI. and VIII. It is also mentioned in the Hungarian Pharmacopoeia. The smell of the seeds is strong, aromatic, bitter, astringent, reminiscent of aniseed.

Interesting facts about fenugreek
Egyptians and Ethiopians season bread with fenugreek seeds. The Greeks eat the seeds with honey, either raw or cooked. They also sprout it and mix the sprouts into a salad. The larger, tender leaves of fenugreek are also used, cut into small pieces and served fresh or steamed. In Egypt, fenugreek seeds soaked in milk are a popular food, but they also like to drink them as tea. A popular spice in India and the Middle East. The crushed leaves and seeds are roasted and used to flavor and thicken some dishes. It is found in almost all curries; it is also used in various spice mixes. Its bitter taste is similar to maple sugar, so in the USA it is used as a substitute for real maple sugar. It is added to cheeses and other foods as a coloring agent. The flavoring substances extracted from the seeds are used by the liquor and food industry as nut and coffee flavoring. Fenugreek can also be used externally, for example, the ointment made from its seeds was already used by the ancient Egyptians as a medicine against burns.
The daily dose of the Vitaking product contains 1220 mg of fenugreek seeds (610 mg per capsule) and is not recommended for children under the age of 14 and during pregnancy and breastfeeding."