An annual herb with numerous names and its beneficial properties is an object of interest to modern herbal healers.
The maximum value of fenugreek is concentrated in its fruits - seeds with a pronounced aroma.
Today, fenugreek or shambhala beans, helba, fenugreek, chaman beans are not uncommon, and anyone can use them for home treatment.
The chemical composition of fenugreek and useful properties
The composition of Shambhala has long been studied in detail. It has numerous substances and elements valuable to the human body. Among them:
routine;
saponins;
phytosterols;
bitterness;
organic acids: linolenic and linoleic;
flavonoids;
essential oil;
simple and complex sugars;
folic and nicotinic acids;
alimentary fiber;
fixed oils;
mucus;
coumarin;
tannins;
proteins;
B vitamins: B1, B2, B6;
ascorbic acid, vitamins A and PP;
Yamoscin, trigogenin, enzymes, lecithin and other substances;
micro and macro elements: magnesium, calcium, manganese, iron, selenium, potassium, phosphorus, sodium, zinc, copper.
Most of the constituent substances are found in the seeds of the plant. They save people from many insidious and unpleasant ailments, allow you to restore your health and save costs on expensive medications.
How to be treated with fenugreek: beneficial properties of the plant
Fenugreek-based drugs have a wide range of effects on the body. They can act as a safe hormonal, antipyretic, anti-inflammatory, tonic, sedative, effectively cleansing and healing wounds and even anti-cancer agents. Therefore, they are used in such cases:
1. For diseases of the cardiovascular system. A fiber-rich composition helps the heart muscle work better, which reduces the likelihood of a heart attack. A high potassium element helps regulate heart rhythms and blood pressure.
2. With an increased level of cholesterol and the likelihood of blockage of blood vessels, as a consequence. Active substances, such as saponin and galactomannans, improve liver function, which contributes to the breakdown of "bad" cholesterol and synthesizes "good".
3. A positive effect on the digestive system. Fenugreek relieves constipation in a natural way, removes toxins from the body, relieves inflammation of the mucous membranes, and relieves heartburn.
4. Shambhala relieves of such a problem of the intestinal tract as dysbiosis. Seeds kill pathogenic microflora and help treat giardiasis.
5. In case of type 2 diabetes mellitus, fenugreek seeds are able to naturally provide insulin production in the body. The presence of galactomannans prevents the absorption of glucose into the blood. Positive dynamics are observed in the body, and the patient's condition improves after consuming fenugreek.
6. An iron-rich composition helps to improve the condition of anemia in the case of regular use of the plant.
7. Fenugreek is able to fight colds and respiratory diseases, lower body temperature, relieve airway inflammation, and remove phlegm from bronchitis. Helba tinctures when rinsing the mouth will relieve inflammation and sore throat.
8. Fenugreek is suitable for weight loss. The plant is famous not only for its good laxative properties, but also for the ability to remove mucus and excess fluid from the body, which contributes to the loss of extra pounds. Fenugreek also gives a feeling of fullness rather quickly, which prevents overeating.
9. Shambhala is useful for men, as the saponins that are part of the stimulate the production of testosterone in the male body. Fenugreek is also considered a good aphrodisiac.
10. Helba has many beneficial effects on the female body, including relieving pain during menstruation, improving hormonal levels, eliminating or reducing the manifestation of menopause symptoms.
11. Useful fenugreek for lactation. It is believed that it increases the female body's production of milk by 5 times.
12. Improves the plant labor and is used to stimulate muscle contractions of the uterus, relieve labor pains.
13. Some scientists believe that fenugreek is able to increase female breasts by normalizing hormonal levels.
14. To relieve abdominal pain in children, fenugreek is mixed with milk and given to the child to drink. For children under the age of 7, you can use fenugreek as a wound healing agent for external use.
Fenugreek seeds: beneficial properties in the fight for the beauty of skin and hair
Fenugreek herbaceous plant is ideal for improving appearance. It is actively used in the fight against skin problems and in the pursuit of healthy hair.
Skin care:
fenugreek seeds are used for the speedy healing of burns, eczema, healing wounds, relieving inflammation and even for the treatment of fungal diseases;
nicotinic acid in the composition of the seeds has a restoring effect on the skin. They help to stimulate the process of cell regeneration, which leads to smoothing of fine wrinkles and the elimination of age-related age spots;
The mask created on the basis of Helba powder helps to combat oily skin. The powder is prepared by grinding seeds and often acts as the main ingredient in cosmetic masks;
from fenugreek powder, you can create a scrub for regular use, which will help get rid of rashes, acne and blackheads.
Hair care:
a paste of fenugreek powder helps with dandruff;
seed-based compresses eliminate excessive hair loss;
various products with fenugreek can strengthen hair, enhance their growth, give volume, shine and silkiness, eliminate dryness and brittleness.
Fenugreek: contraindications
Numerous studies have shown that the seeds and leaves of bean fenugreek are not dangerous in use. There were no serious contraindications for fenugreek, even when interacting with drugs. But nevertheless, they should be used together with caution, since shambhala can interfere with the absorption of drugs. There are several other undesirable points:
1. Fenugreek exhibits an estrogenic effect and stimulates the uterus, therefore it is not recommended during pregnancy.
2. Individual intolerance to plants in humans is also not a rare occurrence. Allergic reactions can occur even in those people who have intolerance to the legume families.
3. Do not abuse fenugreek. An overdose promises an indigestion.
4. Do not eat fenugreek to people in the postoperative period and after childbirth.
5. Has fenugreek contraindications for people with increased blood coagulability and insulin-dependent type of diabetes.
6. It is not recommended for serious hormonal disorders and diseases of the thyroid gland.
When using fenugreek, the main thing is not to overdo it, rely on your taste buds and sensations.
