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The dried ripe seeds of Fenugreek, Trigonella foenum-graecum, are a mainstay in Middle Eastern and South Asian cooking. The seed contains saponins, flavonoids, oils, proteins and a high amount of mucilage. It is the mucilage content that makes it good for soothing mucous membranes; especially those of the digestive tract. Source


Fenugreek is found in several internal and external products, usually for its soothing effects. Fenugreek seeds are "Approved" by the German Commission E to stimulate appetite, and externally (poultice) for soothing inflammations.

Reasons For Use
Fenugreek is a nutritive and digestive tonic used where there is digestive debility and poor nutrition.





Fenugreek can help with the following:
Metabolic  Anorexia / Starvation Tendency
 A nutritive and digestive tonic used where there is digestive debility and poor nutrition.


KEY
May do some good


GLOSSARY

Bioflavonoid (Bioflavonoids, Flavonoid, Flavonoids)
Vitamin P. Any of a group of colored flavones (crystalline compounds) found next to the peel in many fruits. Essential for the stability and absorption of ascorbic acid.

Commission E
The body of scientists and panel of experts that provides advice on herbal treatments and evaluates the safety, effectiveness and dosage of medicinal herbs; Germany's equivalent of the FDA.

Mucilage
Preparation consisting of a solution in water of the viscous principles of plants; used as a soothing application to mucous membranes.

Mucous Membranes (Mucosa, Mucous Membrane, Mucus Membranes)
The membranes, such as the mouth, nose, anus, and vagina, that line the cavities and canals of the body which communicate with the air.

Poultice
Soft mass prepared by moistening botanicals or other absorbent substances with oil or water, usually applied hot to the skin.

Protein (Proteins)
Compounds composed of hydrogen, oxygen, and nitrogen present in the body and in foods that form complex combinations of amino acids. Protein is essential for life and is used for growth and repair. Foods that supply the body with protein include animal products, grains, legumes, and vegetables. Proteins from animal sources contain the essential amino acids. Proteins are changed to amino acids in the body.

Saponin (Saponins)
Any of various mostly toxic glucosides that occur in plants (as soapwort or soapbark) and are characterized by the property of producing a soapy lather.




Last updated: Oct 08, 2008


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