HEALTH BENEFITS OF METHI SEEDS(FENUGREEK)?  

methi seeds are rich source of trigonelline, lysine and l-tryptophan and they also contain a large about of steroidal saponins and fibers. These two elements are thought to account for many benefits of fenugreek. The steroidal saponins may inhibit cholesterol absorption and synthesis while fiber is thought to help lower sugar levels [2,3]. Studies have shown that fenugreek helped lower cholesterol, blood sugar levels in patients suffered from diabetes.

Answered by Mohd Saqib at 10:57 PM on October 25, 2008

As a medicinal plant, fenugreek has traditionally been considered a carminative, demulcent, expectorant, laxative, and stomachic. Fenugreek has been used topically for abscesses, boils, burns, eczema, gout, and ulceration of the skin as it has an anti-inflammatory effect. Fenugreek has been used orally for loss of appetite and stomach complaints. Fenugreek seed is expectorant, demulcent, vulnerary, anti-inflammatory, anti-spasmodic, tonic, emmenagogue, galactogogue, hypotensive. Fenugreek has been used to promote lactation and as an aphrodisiac. Fenugreek seeds have been used as an oral insulin substitute. The gelatinous texture of fenugreek seed may have some benefit for soothing skin that is irritated by eczema or other conditions. The fiber content of fenugreek extract plays a role in its ability to moderate metabolism of glucose in the digestive tract. In people with type 2 diabetes, fenugreek may lower blood sugar levels and may improve problems associated with high blood sugar levels. Fenugreek may also support healthy triglyceride levels. The seeds of fenugreek can also act as a bulk laxative as a result of their fiber and mucilage content. Fenugreek stimulates uterine contractions and can be helpful in the induction of childbirth. This herb helps reducing fever when taken with lemon and honey and also nourishes the body during illness. It is used to relax the uterus and can be taken by pregnant women.

Answered by Vinay Kiran at 2:52 PM on October 25, 2008

cures diabetes , decreases blood cholestrol also if applied on hair & scalp cures dandruff

Answered by Moksha G at 11:20 AM on October 25, 2008

Methi has good benifits for diabetic patients, nursing mothers, Reducing LDL(bad) Cholestrol,triglyceride.Even it helps to protect against cancers of the breast and colon.

Fenugreek is mainly used as digestive aid. It is ideal for treating sinus, lung congestion, reduces inflammation and fights infection[1]. Fenugreek seed is widely used as a galactagogue (milk producing agent) by nursing mothers to increase inadequate breast milk supply. It has also been used to increase breast size. It can be found in capsule form in many health food stores.[2]

Supplements of fenugreek seeds were shown to lower serum cholesterol, triglyceride, and low-density lipoprotein in human patients and experimental models of hypercholesterolemia and hypertriglyecridemia (Basch et al., 2003). Several human intervention trials demonstrated that the antidiabetic effects of fenugreek seeds ameliorate most metabolic symptoms associated with type-1 and type-2 diabetes in both humans and relevant animal models (Basch et al., 2003; Srinivas, 2005). Fen is currently available commercially in encapsulated forms and is being prescribed as dietary supplements for the control of hypercholesterolemia and diabetes by practitioners of complementary and alternative medicine.In India it is also called methi dana.

Answered by Alok at 10:48 AM on October 25, 2008

Methi seeds are nourishing and rejuvenating, with the properties of a stimulant. If you experience fatigue or troubled by backache and other body aches, just eat a teaspoon of methi seeds daily. Also include lots of fenugreek leaves in your diet. This is an age-old tried and tested remedy; it has worked for me. You can try it too.

* Eating a teaspoon of methi seeds or drinking juice of methi seeds (soak methi seeds in water the previous night and then grind it to extract a paste or juice.) the first thing in the morning or an hour before each meal is found to be highly beneficial in the treatment of diabetes. In fact, many naturopaths have ascertained this fact.

* Consuming fenugreek leaves which are a rich source of iron is highly beneficial for those suffering from anemia.

To increase the secretion of milk in nursing mothers, the seeds may be given in the form of gruel (Kanji).

* Add 1 tsp of methi seeds to yoghurt and take this to cure diarrhea and dysentery

Answered by SESHAN at 10:35 AM on October 25, 2008