Question 1

is it safe to mix prenatal vitamins, iron supplement, vitamins for bone health, with fenugreek and amoxicillin? **not pregnant.

Accepted Answer

Strange combo: See no contraindication to taking these materials together.

Question 2

what are the benefits of fenugreek seeds?

Accepted Answer

Probably none: You may hear lots of benefits of certain herbs and supplements, but not all are substantiated. Fenugreek has been reported to help regulate blood sugar, but the main benefit is probably that it contains fiber and therefore can be treated as a fiber supplement.

Question 3

are there anu benefits of fenugreek capsules?

Accepted Answer

Medicinally...: It has been shown to increase the libido in men and the milk supply in lactating women.  Some studies have also shown there to be antidiabetic effects as well.  Fenugreek is also used in cooking (many forms) but not the capsules.

Question 4

can you take fenugreek even if you don't want to nurse or have a baby?

Accepted Answer

Um...: as a seasoning for upcoming holidays? Indian Methi dishes? Sure. I tend to go more for Tumeric or Cumin, though personally.

Question 5

what is fenugreek?

Accepted Answer

May increase milk: Fenugreek is an herb that may help increase milk production.

Question 6

how much fenugreek should i try?

Accepted Answer

Three times a day: Remember that fenugreek capsules are essentially the crushed up herb, so there is not an exact mg dose.  But in general we recommend two capsules three times daily to increase your milk supply.  Try it in a greek salad too!

Question 7

what will fenugreek seeds for me?

Accepted Answer

Fenugreek: It stimulates breast milk production in breast feeding women & increases libido, lowers cholesterol & sugar.

Question 8

does fenugreek powder work for women?

Accepted Answer

No one knows!: Fenugreek is used for many conditions, but so far, there isn’t enough scientific evidence to determine whether or not it is effective for any of them. Fenugreek is used for digestive problems such as loss of appetite, upset stomach, constipation, and inflammation of the stomach (gastritis). It is also used for conditions that affect heart health such as “hardening of the arteries”  no hard data!

Question 9

what  are the ingredients of fenugreek?

Accepted Answer

Fenugreek: Fenugreek is a plant -- it's the only ingredient in itself. The leaves and seeds are commonly used.  http://tinyurl.com/cmeyg26  -- fenugreek seeds are in the spice garam masala.  It's also been used in ayurvedia medicine to treat diabetes, high cholesterol, wounds, inflammation, and gastrointestinal ailments.

Question 10

are fenugreek capsules safe for teenagers?

Accepted Answer

Not recommended : Fenugreek might be unsafe for children or teenagers . Some reports have linked fenugreek tea to loss of consciousness in children. An unusual body odor resembling maple syrup may occur in children drinking fenugreek tea.

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