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FENUGREEK

Trigonella Foenum-Graecum

Expectorant, Restorative. Used as both a spice and medicinal herb.  Soothes stomach irritations and improves appetite. Recent studies indicate it to be an antidiabetic that lowers blood sugar and cholesterol levels. Contains mucilage & protein as well as fatty oils, amino acids, alkaloids, sterols, flavonoids and vitamins A & B. Once considered an aphrodisiac and still used to stimulate the uterus and milk flow. Helps heal boils, abscesses, swollen lymph nodes and skin inflammations.  Contains mucilage that can protect the mucous membrane of the stomach and relieve gastric irritations. Can be taken for bronchitis or fevers and gargled for sore throat.  Externally used for gout, sciatica, neuralgia, swollen glands, tumors and sores.  Recommended to treat obesity, anemia, boils, hyperglycemia, sinusitis, tuberculosis and other pulmonary disorders. Eases swelling and inflammation, rids the body of toxins dispelling bad breath and body odour. Relieves dandruff. A religious herb important in the temples of Apollo.  Used to bring money into the household.