Fenugreek (powder)
Fenugreek is a type of flowering plant that belongs to the Fabaceae family. It is native to Southeast Asia and the Mediterranean, although it is able to thrive in North Africa. It has highly beneficial properties for the body, as it provides excellent amounts of proteins, fats, starches and sugars. In 100 grams of fenugreek we find 23 grams of protein, 58 grams of carbohydrates and 6 grams of fat. In addition to minerals such as calcium, iron and magnesium, and vitamins A, C, D, B12 and B6.
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It helps regulate blood glucose levels, therefore helping people with type II diabetes.
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Fenugreek is a beneficial hormonal rebalancer during menopause and premenstrual syndrome.
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It provides antioxidants that help delay aging.
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It has an anti-inflammatory effect and helps reduce cholesterol levels.
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Fenugreek helps improve food digestion.
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It improves rest and improves sleep.
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It helps prevent or combat constipation.
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It improves cases of sore throat, fever and bronchitis.
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Fenugreek helps stimulate the production of breast milk.
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It helps us expel gases accumulated in the gastrointestinal tract thanks to its carminative effect, in addition to improving intestinal inflammation.
Minerals per 100g
Calcium 176mg
Iron 33.5 mg
Magnesium 191mg
Phosphorus 296mg
Potassium 770mg
Sodium 67mg
Zinc 2.5mg
Copper 1.1mg
Manganese 1.2mg
Selenium 6.3mcg
Vitamins per 100g
Vitamin A 60IU
Vitamin C 3mg
Vitamin B6 0.6mg
Thiamine 0.3mg
Rivoflavin 0.4mg
Niacin 1.6mg
Folate 57mg