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Fenugreek (methi) seeds

Helps in colic, dysentry, flatulence and diabetes. Diabetics can find relief by taking 2 tsps of fenugreek seeds soaked in water first thing in the morning. Applying a paste of fenugreek seeds over the scalp helps cure dandruff.

Medicinal Properties
  • Cardiac problems:
    Boil 1 tsp fenugreek seeds in 2 cups of water. Strain, add 2 tsp honey and drink twice a day.
  • Diabetes:
    Have milk mixed with 2 tsp powdered seeds. Continue for at least a month. Hypo-function of liver/ Indigestion: Allow the seeds to sprout and eat with breakfast.
  • Dysentry:
    Soak 2 tsp fenugreek seeds in coconut water or in buttermilk for a few hours. Strain and drink.
  • Pain during urination,/ Stomachache:
    Powder 1/4 of the fenugreek seeds in buttermilk and drink.
  • Fever, Body odor and Mouth odor:
    Tea made by boiling 1 tsp fenugreek seeds, to be taken twice or thrice a day.
  • Baldness, Falling hair:
    Grind fenugreek seeds in water and apply on the head. Allow to soak for at least 40 minutes before washing. Repeat every morning for a month.
  • Boils, Ulcers and Sores:
    Grind seeds into a paste and apply on the affected parts.