«Utskho Suneli» - Organic Blue Fenugreek Seeds

Utskho Suneli also known as blue fenugreek is an herb that is grows wild in the mountainous parts of northern Georgian. Slightly milder than the popular fenugreek, this herb is very versatile and can be used for meats or fresh salads.

A high level of “bad” LDL cholesterol is one of the major risk factors for strokes and heart disease. According to the results of a study conducted in India, fenugreek seeds can reduce the amount of LDL cholesterol in the blood, thereby decreasing the risk of developing these dangerous health conditions.

Nursing mothers can benefit most from flavoring their foods with this spice as consuming fenugreek regularly stimulates the production of breast milk. The effect is efficient but mild enough to be safe for the woman’s health. Important note: pregnant women should avoid eating fenugreek, as its effect on female health is so strong that it might cause miscarriages.

Fenugreek seeds contain phytoestrogens that have an overall positive effect on female health. Consuming them on a regular basis will help relieve the pain and other unpleasant side effects of menstruation. Considering the fact that the loss of estrogen is the direct cause of menopausal symptoms (pains, mood swings, abnormal hunger, etc.), obtaining phytoestrogens from these seeds will reduce the symptoms and help normalize your hormone levels.

This particular spice contains a unique amino acid that can enhance the production of insulin under hyperglycemic conditions. This is a recent discovery and it requires more study. However, scientists are confident that this element has the potential to further the progress of diabetes treatment research.

Fenugreek seeds contain mucilage and saponins that help bind and remove toxins from your body. Aside from the positive effects of detoxification, these elements reduce the risk of colon cancer by protecting the mucus membranes of your colon.

Men can benefit from eating fenugreek seeds because they have a positive effect on male libido and assist with the maintenance of testosterone levels. This spice truly deserves to be called “hot” as studies prove that it can increase male sexual arousal rate significantly.