Organic Fenugreek Tea Benefits have been recognized for centuries mainly in the Greek, Roman and Egyptian civilizations, and is now making its way to the mainstream of health consciousness. Fenugreek seeds are an effective nutritional supplement and have also been used by herbalists for many centuries for the health benefits it provides. The fenugreek plant has active components of alkaloids, lysine and L-tryptophan. Other compounds found in fenugreek are mucilaginous fiber and saponins that are seen to impart the plant's health-giving benefits
Among the purported fenugreek tea benefits are:
Fenugreek Tea may help regulate blood sugar levels and may induce production of insulin.
Fenugreek Tea may help lower the bad cholesterol levels.
Fenugreek Tea is said to be an effective laxative.
Fenugreek Tea may help in treatment of beri beri.
Fenugreek Tea may be an important component in the overall treatment of kidney ailments.
Fenugreek Tea may help expel phlegm
Fenugreek has strong laxative properties as it contains a high amount of mucilaginous fiber. This fiber swells after being mixed with fluids, but as the body is unable to digest it, it is dispelled from the colon taking with it any residual compacted waste.
Removal of this waste from the body promotes weight loss, and as the digestive tract is cleansed it will function better for improved digestion. This is one of the reasons fenugreek is usually found in various detox teas and it even helps to reduce the symptoms of halitosis.
A well-known use for the tea is the promotion of breast milk in nursing women. It has been proven effective in increasing lactation for those who have a less-than-adequate supply for their newborns.
The tea can be made stronger for external use. Use approximately 50 grams of powdered fenugreek seed to one quart boiled water. Mix it well and leave to thicken to a gel-like consistency. This can be used on the skin to relieve pain, ease irritation, and reduce swelling and is ideal for insect bites.
Fenugreek herbal tea has also been known to help with the symptoms of bronchitis and coughs, as it breaks up and removes excess mucus in the chest causing the problem.
Making the Tea
The tea itself is very easy to make. Using approximately one teaspoon of seed per cup of boiling water, boil the seeds for between 5 and 10 minutes, then remove from the heat. Cover the tea and leave to stand for 10 to 15 minutes. Pour liquid through a fine strainer or colander to remove the seeds, and the tea is ready.
Fenugreek tea can be enjoyed either hot or cold, and as often as desired. Once made, fenugreek tea has a smell and taste similar to maple syrup.
However, as with any herb, fenugreek should not be taken by pregnant women except with the advice of a physician.
4 ounce recycled re-useable glass jar filled with fennugreek seeds and a touch of cooling fennel seed.
