Fenugreek

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Traditional Uses

Fenugreek seed has been used to increase milk production since biblical times.

The herb, which contains phytoestrogens, is still used to promote lactation. It also has had reputation as an aphrodisiac.

Current uses

The plant has also been employed against bronchitis, fevers, sore throats, coughing flatulence and diarhoea.

It has proved useful also for swollen glands, skin irritations, ulcers and has been utilized for diabetes, being used as an oral insulin substitute.

It has been reported to be the equal of quinine in preventing fevers.

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News Comment

Constipation: You got to go!
... Natural preparations are available that contain combinations of fibre, enzymes and herbs such as aloe vera, milk thistle, slippery elm, fenugreek and red clover Jamaica Gleaner, Jamaica - Apr 2006

You can beat diabetes
... stem. Cook to taste, adding fenugreek , turmeric powder, and curry leaves, which are natural antioxidants.
Newindpress on Sunday, India - Apr 2006

Precautions and side effects (refer also to statements below)

The herb has caused aggravated asthma symptoms in somepeople and has lowered blood glucose levels in some people with diabetes

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