Fenugreek Seeds

India is the largest fenugreek producer in the world. Fenugreek seeds are hard, stony, yellowish brown and angular. They have a warm and penetrating aroma, which becomes more pronounced on roasting. Fenugreek leaves a strong bitter aftertaste. Fenugreek seeds are widely used as a galactagogue or milk producing agent by nursing mothers to increase breast milk supply. Fenugreek has medicinal value in fighting diabetes and cholesterol problems.  The primary producers of fenugreek in India are Gujarat, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu and Uttar Pradesh.
Use of Fenugreek Seed:
These seeds have several health benefits along with culinary uses. It is used in grounded and roasted form to flavor curries. Fenugreek seeds are also soaked and grounded to be used for producing tonic and lip balm. These seeds are also used in preparing tea that is consumed to reduce menstrual pains and cut down fever. In addition, these seeds are one of the essential components of few ointments used to treat skin infections. It is often used in sweets and candies, offering it a maple taste. It is recommended to opt for fresh and aromatic fenugreek to avail the best health benefits when you buy fenugreek. Fenugreek is used in Eritren and Ethiopian cuisine. The word for fenugreek in Amharic is abesh (or abish), and the seed is used in Ethiopia as a natural herbal medicine in the treatment of diabetes. It lowers the risk of heart attack. It is also an excellent source of potassium which counters the action of sodium to help control heart rate and blood pressure. For centuries, fenugreek, the rich source of vitamins and minerals, is an important part of herbal medicine traditions of the Middle East, India, Egypt, and China. Being a rich source of iron, silicon, sodium and thiamine, it provides relief in many health complexions. Externally fenugreek is used for boils, eczema ,skin inflammations, ulcers, and cellulite . Internally fenugreek is used to treat numerous problems such as gastric inflammation, diabetes in adults, poor digestion, digestive disorders and tuberculosis.