Fenugreek Seed – Natural Medicine For Diabetes & High Cholesterol

1 04 2009

In general you would not have bumped into the use of fenugreek unless you are into exotic spicy cuisine like Indian Curries. In the west fenugreek seed not a common commodity. However it has been in extensive use in many eastern countries as part of daily cuisine. Particularly fenugreek seed is an integral part of pan-Asian food & home medicine in countries like India.

Fenugreek Seeds have numerous medicinal properties

Fenugreek Seeds have numerous medicinal properties

Fenugreek has a long history of medical use right from Ayurvedic preparation to folk medicine. Fenugreek seed has numerous health benefits far too difficult to detail in a short span.

The two most important functions of this remarkable herb are to reduce blood sugar levels & to reduce high blood cholesterol. As it possesses the ability to reduce blood sugar, the fenugreek seed has attracted special interest among people suffering from diabetes.


Full Spectrum Fenugreek – Lowers Blood Sugar Levels

Full Spectrum Fenugreek

Fenugreek imparts a characteristic flavour and tang to the food. The use of this herb not only proves effective against chronic diseases like diabetes but also it elevates regular physiological activities. This benefit makes it quite useful in athletic performance.

Fenugreek Seed’s Potent Effects

Fenugreek Seed has a strong transforming effect on blood lipid levels. This could significantly lower the risk of atherosclerosis. Diabetic patients usually suffer from lipid imbalances. Fenugreek with its natural ability has been shown to lower cholesterol, triglycerides and LDL levels. It also raises the HDL levels.

Fenugreek also reduces the risk of unusual blood clotting linked with causing heart attacks and strokes. Similar to most natural herbs, fenugreek herb also contains various antioxidant & anti-inflammatory compounds such as selenium, apigenin, rutin, etc. Compounds such as trigonelline present in fenugreek seed, prevent the erosion of nerve cells in neuro-degenerative diseases.

Fenugreek’s antidiabetic property is comparable to cinnamon in its effectiveness. It controls glucose metabolism and through this assists in the treatment of Type II diabetes. Along with this fenugreek includes many additional compounds that aid in the treatment of diabetic conditions.

Insulin resistance is reduces by fenugreek herb and blood glucose homeostasis is controlled. This effect of fenugreek is quite similar to the working of the common antidiabetic drug glibenclamide. Only difference being that fenugreek is a completely natural medicine. Fenugreek has been proven to reduce blood glucose levels of Type II diabetics by close to 45-46 percent. Along with this, it also reduces the harming oxidation of lipids linked with diabetes.

Fenugreek seeds are quite rich in a type of dietary fibre that regulates post-prandial blood glucose levels. They do this by delaying the absorption of sugar in the intestines. Absorption of fat is also reduced by this mucilaginous fiber from the intestines. This provides additional protection against heart diseases and obesity.


Promilin – Fenugreek Extract Tabs

Promilin

If you are interested in gaining from the vast health benefits of fenugreek herb, then the best stress free option is to get a bottle of standardized fenugreek seeds and fenugreek based products available in online vitamin stores. If you ever happen to taste Indian curry in a restaurant, then try singling out the flavour of fenugreek.



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2 responses

17 07 2009
Mr M Jalil Mondal

Dear Sir

I need medicine od Diabetes for parmanent cure. If you have than know me. I will buy for sell in Bangladesh

Mr M Jalil Mondal
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25 09 2009
Dr.G.S.Kumar BHMS

Good article good coverage good keep it up

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