Fenugreek Seeds – Fenugreek Flour Fenugreek seeds, which have a very strong odor, contain up to % 30 of sticky plant fluid and volatile and fixed oils; substances called trigonelline, choline and coumarin. These seeds, which are used as a spice in some countries, are mainly used in the production of pastrami. Here, the seeds are crushed and added as the main ingredient to the strong-smelling paste called fenugreek, which is spread on pastrami. In some places, the leaves of fenugreek are added to salads and eaten raw, or boiled and consumed as a vegetable.
The medicinal effects of fenugreek and the methods of using them can be summarized as follows:
It relieves cough, softens the chest and loosens phlegm.
It relieves bronchitis and sore throats and provides relief.
Because of its bitterness, it stimulates the digestive system and facilitates the digestion process.
It removes gas from the stomach and intestines. It is useful in curing diarrhea.
It is a tonic that strengthens the body. It is especially good for patients who are convalescent.
It has an aphrodisiac (sexual potency enhancing) effect.
It increases milk flow in nursing mothers.
It helps women get through their menstrual period more easily.
To provide all these important medicinal effects, fenugreek seeds are collected in the autumn when they are ripe. 1.5 teaspoons of seeds are placed in 1 glass of hot water and boiled slowly for 10 minutes. One glass of the resulting decoction is drunk three times a day.
Fenugreek is also effective in healing boils and wounds. For this purpose, its seeds are crushed and turned into powder. Mixed with a little water, a poultice is prepared. This poultice is applied externally to wounds and boils.
