Product name |
Fenugreek Seed Extract |
Latin Name |
Trigonella foenum-graecum |
Active ingredients |
Fenugreek saponins |
synonyms |
Alholva, Bird's Foot, Bockshornklee, Bockshornsame,
Chandrika, Egypt Fenugreek, Fenogreco, Fenugrec, Foenugraeci Semen,
Foenugreek, Greek Clover, Greek Hay, Greek Hay Seed, Hu Lu Ba, Medhika,
Methi, Methika, Sénégrain, Sénégré, Trigonella, Trigonella Foenum, Trigonella
foenum-graecum, Trigonella foenugraecum, Trigonelle, Woo Lu Bar. |
Appearance |
Light Brown-yellow fine powder |
Part used |
Seed |
Specification |
Fenugreek saponins 20%-90%UV/4-hydroxy-L-isoleucine 1%-20%HPLC |
Dosage |
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Main benefits |
Womens Health, regulate blood sugar, improves sexual activity |
Applied industries |
Medicine, food additive, dietary supplement |
What is Fenugreek Seed Extract?
Fenugreek is the name of the small stony seeds inside the pod of a bean-like plant. Fenugreek seeds are yellowish, angular, and hard. They have various shapes; some are rhombic, some oblong, while some are almost cubelike. Fenugreek is native to North Africa and the Mediterranean, and has several properties. : it is useful in the treatment of skin conditions such as eczema and acne, and it speeds the healing of wounds.
Fenugreek seeds increase the supply of milk in the breasts of lactating mothers. This because fenugreek is a natural galactogogue, a substance which aids in the increase of a mother's milk supply. Mothers who take fenugreek seeds usually notice an increase in the flow of milk within the first 24 to 72 hours of taking the herb.
Fenugreek contains the active compounds 4-hydroxyisoleucine, which can help support healthy sugar metabolism and healthy glucose levels. The body's ability to manage blood sugar plays in important role in overall health and high-glycemic carbs and sugar-laden food, together with lack of exercise, can pose a serious challenge to the body's glucose/insulin regulatory system. Fenugreek helps in the regulation of blood sugar levels. 4-Hydroxyisoleucine is an amino-acid derivative that helps the pancreas produce insulin, helps reduce glucose resistance and improves the uptake of glucose.
Fenugreek has an aromatic bittersweet taste that is reminiscent of burnt sugar. It has a bitter aftertaste similar to lovage or celery. The aromatic taste can be enhanced by roasting the seeds and grinding them. The main culinary use of fenugreek is in mixing curry powders and is used to make panch phoron, the Indian five-spice mixture. This mixture is used in preparing vegetables and halvah, a kind of sweetmeat. Fenugreek is also used to prepare chutneys, gelatins, chewing gum and soft drinks. Other culinary uses include preparing ice creams, icing, puddings and syrups.
Fenugreek has anti-inflammatory properties and is also used as a digestive aid. Fenugreek is used as a topical cure for skin conditions like abscesses, burns, boils and eczema. The seed is ground into a powder, mixed with warm water into a smooth paste and applied directly to the site if the problem as a poultice. Fenugreek seeds contain mucilage which helps manage gastrointestinal inflammation by coating the lining of the stomach.
Benefits of taking Fenugreek Seed Extract supplements:
Medicinal Uses
The German governmental committee for the evaluation of herbal supplements, Commission E, has approved fenugreek powder in the treatment of appetite loss and skin inflammation. Traditional Chinese medicine uses fenugreek in various forms to treat impotence, hernia and abdominal pain, and fenugreek is present in ancient Ayurvedic treatments for fever, eating disorders, cough, bronchitis and colitis. Fenugreek is also being promoted as a beneficial supplement for breast-feeding women, but according to the Physicians' Desk Reference for Herbal Medicines, Third Edition, 2004, there is no scientific evidence to support a lactation-promoting effect. Another unsupported use of fenugreek is for breast enhancement.
Benefits for Women
Reduced Hot Flashes
Fenugreek contains diosgenin, a compound with properties that are similar to estrogen. During menopause, women often experience hot flashes due to the reduction of estrogen produced. The diosgenin found in fenugreek can stimulate the body like estrogen to help reduce hot flashes significantly.
Increase in Libido
Due to a high concentration of furostanol saponins, fenugreek has also been shown to elevate sexual hormones. This can make it a good remedy for women who feel that their libido is flagging. While fenugreek is not an aphrodisiac, it has been known to make both men and women more interested in intercourse than they would be otherwise.
Reduction of Menstrual Cramps
Women who take fenugreek seeds regularly notice a reduction in the amount of cramps and pain that they experience during their menstrual cycles. Tea that contains fenugreek can also help alleviate menstrual pain.
Reducing Digestive Issues
According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, about 75 percent of all people who suffer from irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) are women. Fenugreek is known to help prevent constipation and aid in dissolving excess mucus in the digestive system, which can help minimize IBS. Fenugreek also helps purify blood and maintain metabolism.
Increase in Milk Production
For women who are lactating, milk production can be increased through the consumption of fenugreek. Specifically, the oil found in fenugreek boosts milk production. This is a natural herbal solution for women who are concerned that their milk production is not enough for their newborn.
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