Morpheme Remedies Fenugreek 500 mg – 60 Veg Capsules

Description

Fenugreek is a nutritious herb rich in vitamins, minerals, carbohydrates, proteins, fatty acids and sterols. [1] Its leaves, seeds and sprouts have been an important part of traditional medicines in many cultures across the world. Modern scientific studies also vouch for fenugreek’s effectiveness in combating diabetes and promoting lactation in breastfeeding mothers. [2]

Where Does Fenugreek Extract Come From?

The fenugreek extract in Morpheme Remedies Fenugreek 500mg comes from the seeds of fenugreek plant, which also goes by its botanical name, Trigonella foenum-graecum. This plant is native to India, North Africa, and Mediterranean countries. It can grow up to three feet tall. When in blossom, the plant is lush with leaves and pods. The pods contain yellow-brown aromatic seeds. These seeds are processed in GMP certified facilities to obtain the extract that is the essential ingredient of Morpheme Remedies Fenugreek 500mg.

Benefits Of Morpheme Remedies Fenugreek 500mg

The health benefits of fenugreek come from three best-characterized bioactive compounds in it. They are: Diosgenin, 4-Hydroxyisoleucine, and soluble dietary fiber. These compounds are known to “exert beneficial effects” on glucose tolerance, insulin action, liver function, blood lipids, and cardiovascular health. [3] Let us have an in-depth look at some of these benefits validated by scientific studies.

Fenugreek Helps Control Blood Sugar

Blood sugar (or glycemia) is the presence of excess glucose in the blood. Glucose is like a fuel for body cells, but it needs insulin to enter the cells. Lack of insulin causes excess glucose (sugar) in the blood, leading to blood sugar. Fenugreek is scientifically proven to help regulate fasting blood glucose. A meta-analysis of 10 trial studies found that “fenugreek significantly changed blood glucose levels”. [4] The analysis also found that the extracted seed powder from fenugreek “decreased postprandial (after meal) glucose levels” as well. In a study conducted on 60 non-insulin-dependent male diabetics, it was found that fenugreek seeds, when mixed with other traditional medicinal plants, “significantly reduced the fasting as well as the postprandial glucose level of the diabetic patients.” [5] Another study on 20 male volunteers aged between 20 and 30 found that fenugreek extract lowered blood glucose level by 13.4 percent in just four hours. [6] These studies point towards the efficacy of fenugreek extract against blood sugar or diabetes.

Fenugreek Promotes Lactation In Breastfeeding Mothers

Fenugreek is a recommended supplement for women’s health. It is particularly beneficial in post-natal days for breastfeeding mothers as it encourages lactation or breast milk production. [7] A galactagogue is a drug or food that enhances the production or flow of mother’s milk. Fenugreek’s galactagogue property has been validated in a study conducted on 66 mother-infant pairs. The mothers that were given the galactagogue herbal tea containing fenugreek showed significantly higher breast milk production than those getting placebo. Not just this, even the infants regained their birth weight earlier than those in placebo group. [8] Echoing the same results is another study conducted on 75 women over a period of two weeks. The result of the study showed that fenugreek herbal tea was “useful for enhancing breast milk production” in the early days after childbirth. [9]

Fenugreek Helps Reduce Heartburn

Fenugreek has traditionally been used to improve digestive function and studies show that it can help reduce heartburn. Heartburn, often experienced after meals, is a burning sensation in the chest which is caused due to stomach acid. A pilot study conducted on people with frequent heartburn shows that a fenugreek fiber product taken half an hour before meals over a two-week period “diminished heartburn severity.” [10] A review of scientific literature on fenugreek not only affirms its effectiveness as a gastric stimulant, but also identifies its hypocholesterolemic, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antifungal and anti-ulcer properties. [11]

Precautions

Morpheme Remedies Fenugreek 500mg is not recommended for pregnant women.

People who are allergic to legumes such as peanuts or chickpeas must seek the advice of a doctor before taking Morpheme Remedies Fenugreek 500mg.

Since Morpheme Remedies Fenugreek 500mg may help in lowering blood sugar levels, it should be taken with caution if you are already on diabetes medicine.

Patients with serious medical conditions are advised to consult doctors before taking this supplement.