Fenugreek tea

My doctor has recommended that I brew and drink Fenugreek seed tea to help with digestion and lymphatic congestion. Since I know little about this about this Fenugreek tea, I did my research to understand more about the benefits of Fenugreek tea.

Benefits of drinking Fenugreek tea

Fenugreek is known as Fabaceae or Trigonella foenum-graecum and it belongs to the pea family. It is also known as Methi in China and India. The seed and leaf of fenugreek are edible as well. The seeds are yellow and are slightly bitter and the leaves are green in color. The fenugreek is a versatile plant having various health benefits. (Source: Dr. Farrah MD)

1. Controls blood sugar levels: National Library of Medicine

2 Increases testosterone levels in men: National Library of Medicine

3. Boosts lactation:  National Library of Medicine

4. May help Cardiovascular/Heart health: ScienceDirect

5. May help reduce of symptoms Arthritis: ScienceDirect

6. Aids in weight loss: KoreaMed Synapse

7. May Boost Immune System: Good Health - H. K. Bakhrud Health - H. K. Bakhru - Google Books

8. Reduces menstrual cramps: Journal of Reproduction & Infertility

Fenugreek Side Effects

Because something like fenugreek tea has such strong ingredients, you should speak with your doctor before you take it or any other supplement. Before you make fenugreek tea, keep the following in mind: (Source: Webmd.com)

Peanut allergies: If you’re allergic to peanuts, you may also be allergic to fenugreek, since the two plants are cross-reactive. 

Pregnancy concerns: We still don't know the effects of fenugreek tea on someone pregnant. If you’re pregnant, it’s best to look for an alternative. It is not advised to take in fenugreek while pregnant because it can cause contractions. (Source: masalaherb.com)

Blood sugar and hypoglycemia: Because fenugreek may lower blood sugar, it’s best to check with your doctor before using fenugreek tea if you have diabetes or hypoglycemia.

This recipe makes about 3-4 days worth of tea.

Ingredients:

3/4th cup of Fenugreek seed

4 liters of water [4 liters= 16.907 cups]

2-3 lemons per day

honey

Instructions

1) In a Large pot: Soak the seeds: 3/4th cup with 4 liters [4 liters= 16.907 cups] of water for 3-5 hours

2) Boil the water with seeds (roiling boil) for 7-10 minutes

3) Seep the seeds for no less than 3-4 hours or overnight. Then discard the seeds and transfer them into a jar. I warm it up in a mug in the microwave or you can boil it again to drink. But it has to be warm to drink.

4) For each mug = 1 cup, use 1/2 of lemon + 1 tbs honey.

5) No less.. than 36 ounces a day! [36 ounce = 4.5 cups]