Fenugreek is a widely cultivated annual herb. The leaves and seeds of fenugreek are commonly used for flavoring and as a spice in curries due to their strong flavor and aroma. Leaves and seeds also have medicinal value, they help to reduce blood sugar and cholesterol. Fenugreek plants consist of several hollow and subtly hairy, pale green stems, averaging 25 to 50 cm in height, covered in small, oblong to oval leaves. In Ayurvedic medicine, Fenugreek is viewed as a warming herb consumed during the winter to protect against sickness.
Dimensions of Fenugreek plant:
Height: 1 ft. 3 in. – 2 ft. 0 in.
Width: 1 ft. 0 in. – 0 ft. 4 in.
Some Side effects of Fenugreek :
- Allergic reaction
- Asthma
- Diarrhea
- Gas (flatulence)
- Low blood sugar (hypoglycemia)
- Unusual body odor (pediatric)
- Loss of consciousness (pediatric)
- Wheezing
