Fenugreek Seeds- Nutritional Benefits

By:Renu Sain, Updated: Jul 20, 2021 | 19:34 IST
Fenugreek seeds.
Fenugreek seeds or methi dana are primarily used to flavour a bland dish. Some even prepare methi dana sabzi. But one must try fenugreek sprouts, stew and chutney to learn about how it tastes when used as the lead hero. Popularly used in bread loaves and curries from South Asia and Ethiopia, fenugreek seeds have a sweet yet bitter flavour with a hint of maple.

Further, fenugreek seeds are incredible plant products derived from fenugreek herbs that offer several health benefits. Its impressive nutritional profile is the reason it has been included in the regular diet and used as a natural medicinal treatment for centuries.


Health benefits of fenugreek seeds:

Fenugreek seeds are not the only good part of the mighty herb. Different parts of this plant have different advantages like:

  • Good for skin and hair health
  • Combats diabetes
  • Improves metabolism
  • Benefits lactating mothers
  • Improves testosterone levels
  • Lessens the risk of cancer
  • Treats eating disorders
  • Manages cholesterol levels


Nutritional composition:

A 100 g of fenugreek seeds provide the following amount of nutrients:

NUTRIENTS

MEASURE (%DV)*
Calorie

 323
Carbohydrate

 21%
Dietary fibre

 89%
Protein

 46%
Vitamin B6 46%

 Thiamin 27%
Riboflavin 28%

 Folate 14%
Manganese 53%

 Iron 186%
Magnesium 48%

 Potassium 16%
Selenium 11%

 Phosphorus 42%
Calcium 14%

 Zinc 23%

*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.


Key health benefits of fenugreek seeds:

1. Improves hair health - Methi dana has been the holy grail of several beauticians and dermatologists who swear by its brilliance when it comes to strengthening hair. It adds shine and curbs hair loss.

2. Regulates blood sugar levels - Many consume soaked fenugreek seeds. According to doctors, it decreases the sugar spike in the blood in those who have diabetes. It increases insulin sensitivity in the body as well.

3. Beneficial for lactating mothers - Expecting or feeding mothers may consume fenugreek seeds, as they help in balancing phytoestrogen levels. The latter increases milk secretion.

4. Controls cholesterol levels - Consumption of fenugreek seeds balance the good and bad cholesterol levels and lower the risk of cardiac arrest or strokes.

5. Reduces heartburn - Consuming fenugreek seeds may also help in relieving symptoms of heartburn. It has similar effects as those of antacids used for the same purposes.
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