Fenugreek is a wonderful herb and spice that is used in many recipes in our traditional cuisine, but also in the cuisines of many peoples around the world. It not only tastes great, but also has many he alth benefits. According to he alth.com, fenugreek can be a good helper in controlling blood sugar and cholesterol, making it an ally in the fight against the risk of type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease.
Fenugreek is similar to clover, but belongs to the Legume family. Its homeland is the Mediterranean, but it also grows in our country. It is also well known in India, China, North Africa. It has a slightly sweet, slightly bitter and tart taste that resembles burnt sugar. There are many he althy reasons to consume fenugreek more often. Here are some of them.
Helps in diabetes control and prevention
Fenugreek can help lower and control blood sugar levels. This is very important in order to prevent diabetes and its consequences. This is shown by data from a 2016 meta-analysis published in the Journal of Ethnopharmacology and cited by he alth.com. Evidence shows that fenugreek has a positive effect on blood sugar levels.
Prevention of cardiovascular diseases
Fenugreek also has a good effect on cholesterol levels, which is particularly important for controlling cardiovascular risk. Maintaining optimal cholesterol levels protects blood vessels from plaque, clogging, and this lowers the risk of high blood pressure, heart attack, and stroke.
According to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, fenugreek has been associated with positive effects on cardiovascular he alth, kidney he alth, tooth decay prevention, hearing loss, and vision.
Can suppress menstrual pain
Fenugreek and fenugreek decoction can help you get through premenstrual syndrome more easily. The herb can reduce cramps and pain during menstruation as it has a beneficial effect on smooth muscle and reduces inflammation.
Fenugreek is also associated with a positive influence on headaches, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, fainting, lethargy.
May stimulate breast milk
According to studies cited by the US National Center for Complementary and Integrative He alth, fenugreek may also be beneficial in stimulating breast milk in lactating women. During pregnancy and breastfeeding, however, it is advisable to be careful with the amount of fenugreek, as other studies have pointed out its side effects, including thirst, profuse sweating, frequent urination, which can lead to dehydration.
