मेथी पाउडर है गुणों की खान ( Fenugreek )

Bontanical name :- Trigonella foenum greacum linn.

In Hindi it is known as methi (मेथी ) and the Sanskrit name is methika ( मेथिका ).

 Trigonella foenum leaves ( पत्ते ) and the seeds ( बीज ) are known for their medicinal value.

Many countries like Greece, Egypt, Rome and Italy fenugreek ( मेथी ) is given a special place in the traditional medical system.

 Internal use :-

Methi (Fenugreek) effectively in painful menstruation ( मासिकधर्म के समय दर्द ), in improving in lactation nursing mother (स्तनपान कराने वाली ) and relieves poor digestion(कमजोर पाचनतंत्र), gastric inflammation or digestive disorders.

Men related problems like painful testicles, premature ejaculation or loss of libido are relieved with the help of Methi (fenugreek).

Fenugreek (Methi) is mostly used for weight reduction 

 ( वजन को कम करने में मदद्दत करता है ). 

In Ayurveda:- it is used as an aphrodisiac, for rejuvenation, bronchial and digestive complaints, arthritis and gout.   

Effect on Tridosha – Balances Kapha and Vata Dosha.

Part used- Seeds, whole plant

Fenugreek  (Methi) dose:-
                            Choorna ( चूर्ण ) – powder  – 6 -12 grams
                            Swarasa ( स्वरस )– juice extract – 12 ml

Methika as per Ayurveda:-
Vatahara – useful in treating disorders of Vata Dosha imbalance  such as neuralgia, paralysis, constipation, bloating, etc
Kaphahara – balances Kapha, useful in productive cough, asthma, bronchitis, chest congestion
May worsen Raktapitta –Bleeding disorders such as nasal bleeding, heavy periods, etc
Deepani – improves digestion strength
Improves breast milk secretion. Hence, its seed paste or powder  – 5 – 10 grams, once or twice a day, is administered to the lactating mother.