Fenugreek Seed Whole

Botanical Name - Trigonella foenum-gra. Other Names - Greek hay, Greek clover, alholva (Spanish), methi or medhika (Ayurveda), hu lu ba (Chinese), bird's foot Typical Preparations - Dried, ripe seed either whole or powdered as a culinary spice, encapsulated or made into a tincture. Dried, ripe seed powdered made into a paste for use as a poultice. Equine Usages - Horses usually love the flavor.  These hard little seeds function to strengthen the respiratory system, the mucus membranes, and the sinus in cases of upper respiratory infection, sinus issues, or congestion.  Fenugreek also has strong properties of regulating and stimulating the lymphatic system.  By helping to move lymph through the body, it can be helpful when treating anhydrosis (the ‘puffs’), or any condition where there is stuck lymph.  Recommended Amount:  2 Tablespoons per day, based on 1000 lb. Horse. Fenugreek is an annual herb native to the Mediterranean and Asia that produces highly aromatic seeds. The foliage and