Health Benefits, Uses of Fenugreek (Methi)

Health Benefits, Uses of Fenugreek (Methi)

Names

1. It is called Hulba in Hadees & Arabic.

2. In English it is called as Fenugreek.

3. In Hindi & Urdu it is called as Methi.

4. Latin name is Gracecue foenum.

Prophet ﷺ’s guidance about Hulba (Methi): -

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Seek Cure in Hulba (Methi): -

1. Hazrat Kasim Bin Abdur Rehman  ؓ says that Nabi ﷺ guided (us) to seek cure in Fenugreek  (Methi).

[At-Tibb Al-Nabawi (Al-Jawzi) volume 1; page no. 227]

A preparation with Hulba (Methi) for sick person: -

2. Once Hazrat Saad Bin Abi Waqqas  ؓ fell ill in Makkah, Nabi ﷺ visited him & asked to call a doctor, Al Haris Bin Kuladah was called, he came & examined Hazrat Saad  ؓ & said he is not serious & advised to take dates (khajur), barley (jaw) & boiled fenugreek (seeds) (Methi) water & prepare soup like broth (daliya) than put honey in it & give to Hazrat Saad  ؓ at early morning, (luke warm). & Hazrat Saad  ؓ got well; Nabi ﷺ liked the preparation advised by Al Haris Bin Kuladah.

[Al-Tibb Al-Nabawi Harful Haa vol no. 1; page no. 230]

Hulba (Methi) & Gold: -

3. Hazrat Maaz Bin Jabal  ؓ said that “if you know the benefits of Fenugreek (seeds) (Methi) & if the price of it increases as price of gold, you will purchase it for gold price & use it.

[Majmauz Zawaid: 8035]

Scientific benefits of Methi: -

1. Good for throat infection.

2. Reduces swelling, cough, acidity, chronic cough, gas, piles, lungs infection,

3. It helps indigestion.

4. Cures lice & dandruff (its water (Methi water) should be applied).

5. It is helpful in liver & kidney diseases & menstrual problems.

6. Induces labour pain.

7. Increases urine output.

 Part used: -

Leaves, stem, seeds. (Seeds are best for medicinal use & leaves & soft stem for cooking purpose).

Adjuvant with Methi: -

(Means other things which can be used with Fenugreek seeds (Methi): - Dates (Khajur), black caraway (Kalonji), fig (Anjeer), Licorice (mulethi), barley (jaw), honey, chicory (Kasni).

 

Contents: -

Carbohydrate, minerals, calcium, phosphorus, iron, protein, Vitamin A, C, K, D, B1, B2, B3, B6, folic acid, zinc, copper, selenium, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, sodium, potassium, dietary fibres, trigonelline & etc.

How to use Methi: -

1. Cooked & eaten.

2. Seeds should be boiled in little water for 15 minutes, then filtered & then the water should be drunk in Luke warm condition.

3. Gargle with warm Methi water for throat infections.

4. Soak Methi seeds in little water over night, filter & drink it at early morning empty stomach.

5. Chew the seeds properly & eat.

Science & Hadees regarding Methi (Fenugreek): -

In light of Hadees saying that seek cure in it: -

The chemical composition of Fenugreek seeds (Methi seeds) depicts that it contains proteins & Amino acids in such a ratio comparable to milk. Besides phosphates, it contains an organic form of iron which is easily absorbable through gastro-intestinal tract. It contains several Alkaloids but Trigonelline is an important one. The salts in it relieve the inflammation of urinary tract infections. On the basis of its chemical composition, it can be used as an expectorant. In the cases of Nephritis (kidney infection) when dieuresis (urine output) becomes least, it is a good remedy to increase dieuresis. 5gm of Methi seeds powder if taken with water is highly beneficial in dysentery & diarrhoea. The lukewarm decoction of Methi seeds if taken with honey is beneficial in cough &

Science & Hadees regarding Methi (Fenugreek): -

increases urination. It is also a good appetizer & might be used in dyspepsia (indigestion) & anorexia (lack of hunger). It also increases milk secretion when it is deficient.

It is a source of iron & B-complex hence can be used in general weakness. It is also reported that continuous use of Methi seeds is also significant in the treatment of hemorrhoids (piles). The recent studies show that it is a good remedy for diabetes mellitus & Fenugreek seeds are also known for their anti-diabetic property

Several patients who were having raised blood glucose level & were treated with the formulation comprising Methi seeds; Black Caraway (Kalonji) & tukhm-e-kasni (chicory seed) improved significantly & the blood glucose level became normal. Some patients of NIDDM (Non Insulin dependent) were also treated with Methi seeds, Berg-e-Neem & Black Caraway (Kalonji) & showed very good response. Methi seed is also useful in chronic dysentery & peptic ulcer.

They are also considered excellent to treat arthritis & to reduce blood cholesterol. They also increase breast milk production in breastfeeding mothers. Fenugreek contains natural expectorant (expulsion of phlegm) properties & is considered ideal for treating sinus & lung congestion. It also helps in loosening & removing excess mucus & phlegm. The mucilage content of the seeds help to cure external boils, burns & ulcers.

Conclusion of Hadees: -

1. Seek cure by using Fenugreek seeds, it worth’s to purchase how much costly in may be, can be used in combination with other herbs during illness.