Fenugreek Key Health Benefits

One of the widely used herbs, available in each and every Indian kitchen is Fenugreek. We all have seen it being used as an important ingredient in our traditional dishes. Fenugreek or Methi Daana compliments health with its unique taste.
We have listed some of the key health benefits one can get from Fenugreek –Â Â Â Â Â
- Fibre and Vitamins
It is one of the oldest medicinal plants having extraordinary nutritional qualities. It has a substantial amount of fibre and vitamins present.  Â
- Antioxidants Properties
Fenugreek seeds have antioxidant properties. It protects our body cells.Â
- Managing Cholesterol and DiabetesÂ
Having a diet with additional intake of fenugreek seeds helps to manage cholesterol and diabetes.
- Improves Metabolic Health
Consuming fenugreek as curry powder spice helps in improving metabolism.
- Laxative Properties
Fenugreek seeds have laxative properties. So it helps all those who suffer from constipation or have bowel movement issues.
- Pain Reliever
Fenugreek releases certain types of enzymes that reduce pains in the body.Â
(Ref: NCBI)
Apart from these health benefits, Fenugreek is also useful for farmers in terms of profitable cropping on the drought affected and saline farms. It is even useful as an off season fodder for the pets. Â
With these listed benefits, we must note the undoubted nutrition that fenugreek seeds offer to our body. Why not add it to your regular diet and make it more delicious and healthy!