Fenugreek Seeds for Diabetes
Ayurveda, the ancient Indian system of medicine relies heavily on natural ingredients to bring balance and health to the body holistically. One such ingredient is fenugreek. A flavorful herb, with a distinctive nutty, mildly bitter taste, Fenugreek is a popular vegetable on the Indian table. And its seed is even more popular.
Health Benefits of Fenugreek Seeds
1. Regulates Blood Sugar Levels
Many diabetics across India consume fenugreek water in the morning, as it is known to have excellent blood sugar-regulating properties. Empirical research suggests that it helps reduce insulin resistance, making it more responsive and sensitive.
2. Promotes Weight Loss
Drinking the water in which fenugreek seeds are soaked overnight is a powerful metabolism booster. Consuming it is said to generate heat in the body, which helps in burning fat and losing weight. Since weight loss is closely tied into blood sugar management, this indirectly helps manage blood sugar levels too.
3. Enhances Milk Production in Lactating Mothers
Fenugreek seed water is known to increase milk production in lactating, the seeds are also consumed as ladoos (a spherical Indian sweetmeat made from fenugreek seeds, shortening and flour) to help enhance milk production in lactating mothers. The decoction is also known to help get the uterus back to its pre-pregnancy shape.
4. Boosts Digestion
Fenugreek seeds contain almost 25 grams of fiber per 100 grams. This high fiber content is very beneficial for the digestive system. Consuming it eliminates bloating and prevents gastritis.
Nutrition Spectrum
- Dietary fiber (65%),
- Carbohydrates (45%),
- Protein (41%)
- Fat (21%),
- Vitamin A, C
- (phenolic compounds, alkaloids, saponins, anthocyanins, amino acids, vitamins, choline, diosgenin, yamogenin, gitogenin, tigogenin, neotigogens and trigonellin)
- Trace minerals: Magnesium, phosphorous, potassium
How to have fenugreek seeds?
The seeds can be had as infused water or powder. The most common method of preparation is as follows
- Immerse a tablespoon of fenugreek seeds in around 250 grams of hot water, and cover, and leave overnight. Have the seed-infused water in the morning on an empty stomach.
- Grind the seeds into a fine powder—it can also be purchased in this form from local Ayurveda medicine stores—and have it with water or directly.
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