How to Eat Fenugreek Seeds

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Fenugreek seeds are one of the healthiest seeds you can add to your diet. These seeds are thought to have multiple health benefits, such as aiding weight loss, preventing diabetes , lowering cholesterol, and increasing breast milk supply. There are multiple ways to eat fenugreek seeds. You can eat soaked seeds, eat sprouts and seeds together, or add them to a dish for a sweet and bitter touch.

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Eating Soaked Fenugreek Seeds

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    First, place the seeds in a bowl or other container. Then, pour the 1 cup (240 ml) of water over the seeds. The type of water you use does not matter. For example, you can use tap water or bottled water.
    • Fenugreek seeds are often eaten as a weight loss aid, as they are supposed to help digestion .
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    You can leave the bowl of seeds out on the counter. It is a good idea to cover the bowl if you are worried about bugs or anything getting into the bowl throughout the night.
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    Pour the soaked bowl of seeds, including the water, into a strainer. You can then put the seeds into a storage container or bowl if you soaked more than 1 serving (about 1 cup (240 ml). Place the leftover seeds in the refrigerator. They will last for up to 5 days.
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    Eat the seeds on an empty stomach to aid weight loss . If you’re eating the seeds to aid weight loss, it is best to eat on an empty stomach first thing in the morning. Simply eat the seeds raw directly out of the bowl. Eating about 1 cup (240 ml) of seeds is recommended. Repeat soaking and eating the seeds on a daily basis in order to notice weight loss.
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Eating Sprouted Seeds

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    Then, drain the excess water out of the bowl in the morning. You can use a strainer to remove the excess water. [1]
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    You can use any type of cloth, but a muslin cloth is ideal to use. Use warm water to dampen the cloth before folding the cloth around the seeds. Place the cloth in a location where it won’t be bothered. [2]
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    Check on the seeds the day after you wrap them in the cloth. Typically, it will take a few days for the seeds to sprout. After 3 days, you can remove the seeds if you see that they’ve sprouted. You can rinse the seeds under water, but otherwise, they are ready to eat. [3]
    • Store the sprouts in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
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    If you’re eating the sprouts to aid weight loss, it’s best to eat them first thing into the morning on an empty stomach. It’s also an option to add them to a salad if you don’t want to eat them alone. Simply toss the sprouted seeds into a salad and thoroughly mix them in with the other ingredients. [4]
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Adding Fenugreek to Meals

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    You can use a seed grinder or food processor to grind up the seeds. Once the seeds have been turned into a fine powder, you can use them to flavor the side dish of your choice. Simply sprinkle the powder to add a slightly sweet and bitter taste to your meal. [5]
    • It’s also an option to use the powder to flavor meat.
    • Store fenugreek powder by putting it into an airtight container. It will last up to 1 year.
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    Use a seed grinder or food processor to grind up the seeds into a fine powder. Then, gradually add water to the powder until you create a paste. Mix the paste in with your curry to add a sweet touch to your meal.
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    Put fenugreek seeds into a pan. Cook them on a medium-high heat setting for 1 to 2 minutes. Stir them during the 1 to 2 minutes. Then, allow them to cool and put 1 tablespoon (15 ml) over your favorite stir-fry dish. [6]
    Dr. Ameet Aggarwal, Integrative Medicine Doctor

    Fenugreek seeds have been used for centuries in Eastern and Western medicine to treat digestive issues, manage diabetes, lower inflammation, and more. Modern research is now validating many of fenugreek's traditional therapeutic uses, in addition to uncovering exciting new potential applications.

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    You can receive numerous health benefits from eating fenugreek seeds in soups, baked goods, salad, and curry. In powdered or crushed form, you can eat fenugreek in capsule form, pancakes, herbal tea, and bread.
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    Is it good to eat a roasted fenugreek powder on an empty stomach in the morning? I am already skinny and don't want to lose weight.
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    I wouldn't eat it on an empty stomach, but if you are interested in the other health benefits it offers, use it to season food.
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      Things You’ll Need

      Soaking Fenugreek Seeds

      • Fenugreek seeds
      • Bowl
      • Water
      • Strainer

      Growing Sprouts from the Seeds

      • Fenugreek seeds
      • Bowl
      • Water
      • Strainer
      • Muslin cloth
      • Jar

      Adding Fenugreek to Meals

      • Pan
      • Seed grinder or food processor
      • Water

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      2. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/shorts/2DeV6GPyE1A
      3. ↑ https://www.practo.com/healthfeed/how-to-use-fenugreek-seeds-for-diabetes-26302/post
      4. ↑ https://www.practo.com/healthfeed/how-to-use-fenugreek-seeds-for-diabetes-26302/post
      5. ↑ https://www.practo.com/healthfeed/how-to-use-fenugreek-seeds-for-diabetes-26302/post
      6. ↑ https://www.practo.com/healthfeed/how-to-use-fenugreek-seeds-for-diabetes-26302/post
      7. ↑ John Burson. Certified Nutritionist. Expert Interview. 9 June 2021.
      8. ↑ John Burson. Certified Nutritionist. Expert Interview. 9 June 2021.

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      To eat fenugreek seeds, place them in a bowl with 1 cup of water. Then, cover the bowl and let them soak overnight so they can absorb some of the water. In the morning, pour the seeds through a strainer to get rid of the excess water. If you’re eating the seeds to help you lose weight, eat a cup on an empty stomach when you wake up. Alternatively, grind the seeds using a seed grinder or food processor. Once the seeds have reduced to a fine powder, sprinkle them on top of your favorite meal. You can also add water to the powder to make a paste, which you can mix into a curry. For more tips, including how to roast fenugreek sides to add to a dish, read on!

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